Breathtaking definition

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Astonishing; astounding.

Breathtaking insensitivity.

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Inspiring or exciting.

A breathtaking view; a breathtaking ride.

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The definition of breathtaking is something that is very beautiful or astonishing.

An example of something breathtaking is a remarkable view from a mountaintop.

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That takes a person's breath away.
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Very exciting; thrilling.
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He went to the Grand Canyon and spent a week taking in the breathtaking scenery all around him.

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Very surprising or shocking; to such a degree as to cause astonishment.

Breathtaking beauty/stupidity/rudeness.

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Breathtaking Sentence Examples

  • With each bend of the highway they found breathtaking views.

  • The cliff's sheer drop created a natural defense against any intruders in addition to providing a view that was breathtaking by day or night.

  • Visitors to the area enjoy the lush green space and breathtaking mountain views.

  • The scene from the hill was breathtaking.

  • It would be perfect hideaway - old log cabin in excellent condition - breathtaking scenery.

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