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in a way that inspires awe, wonder, or admiration because of great beauty, scale, or impact
- The mountain rose breathtakingly above the valley, its peak glowing in the evening light.
- She danced breathtakingly, holding the entire audience in silent admiration.
- The palace was breathtakingly ornate, with golden domes and hand-painted ceilings.
- The eagle soared breathtakingly across the sky, silhouetted by the setting sun.
- The opera ended with a breathtakingly powerful final note that brought the crowd to its feet.
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to a shocking, excessive, or incredible degree
- The CEO's bonus was breathtakingly high, sparking outrage among employees.
- He responded to the criticism with a breathtakingly arrogant remark.
- The decision was breathtakingly shortsighted, ignoring all expert advice.
- Her ignorance of the subject was breathtakingly obvious during the interview.
- The movie was breathtakingly violent, pushing the boundaries of what could be shown.
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