as in marvels
something extraordinary or surprising
the cunningly crafted miniature of our house is a wonder, perfect in every detail
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Recent Examples of wonders
Social media has done wonders to expand the conversation around estrangement and provide analysis, connection, and validation.
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Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026
The natural wonders of the United States of America are indeed a unique asset, and generations of Americans have risen to this calling.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 28 Apr. 2026
Of course, Chance wonders if this is a con.
—Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
However, even modest equipment can produce stunning results under dark skies — and for those in urban areas, smart telescopes work wonders with nebulas.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Frosting doesn’t have to be so sweet Introducing an element of acidity can do wonders in taming frosting’s inherent sweetness.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Discover the wonders of regional cuisine at the Hostería del Marqués restaurant, and experience original mixology with panoramic views of the plaza and the Iglesia de San Servacio at the rooftop bar.
—Regina Zumarraga, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
Southwest Florida is a treasure trove of natural wonders.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
Brother Rice’s Nolan Ramoley never looks back or even wonders what might have been.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026
The natural wonders of the United States of America are indeed a unique asset, and generations of Americans have risen to this calling.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 28 Apr. 2026
Of course, Chance wonders if this is a con.
—Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
However, even modest equipment can produce stunning results under dark skies — and for those in urban areas, smart telescopes work wonders with nebulas.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Frosting doesn’t have to be so sweet Introducing an element of acidity can do wonders in taming frosting’s inherent sweetness.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Discover the wonders of regional cuisine at the Hostería del Marqués restaurant, and experience original mixology with panoramic views of the plaza and the Iglesia de San Servacio at the rooftop bar.
—Regina Zumarraga, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
Southwest Florida is a treasure trove of natural wonders.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
Brother Rice’s Nolan Ramoley never looks back or even wonders what might have been.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wonders
Noun
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Festival season is upon us, with four long-running events returning this weekend to Cupertino, San Jose and Half Moon Bay for fans of culture, music and mechanical marvels.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The empire’s architectural marvels are perhaps its most visible contributions.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Rationalists like Jefferson, for example, believed in a creator but rejected biblical miracles and Jesus’ divinity.—
Thomas Tweed,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2026
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And the miracles of scientific discovery within that universe.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Wonders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wonders. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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