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Recent Examples of telegenic
Americans came to know their presidential mother as Miss Lillian, a telegenic celebrity with a quick, sometimes salty, wit.
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Bill Marsh, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
Civil lawsuits against the Alexander brothers The Alexander brothers – telegenic twins Oren and Alon, and their elder brother Tal – have been the subject of several lawsuits by women alleging they were raped and possibly drugged.
—Dan Morrison, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Erving was the telegenic, genial face of two leagues during his 16-year professional career, carrying the ABA for five seasons with the Virginia Squires and New York Nets before going to Philly and the NBA in 1976 as part of the NBA-ABA merger.
—David Aldridge, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
This demand signals his intent to appoint people whose primary qualification is loyalty or telegenic looks, such as Fox TV host Pete Hegseth at the Defense Department and Rep. Matt Gaetz at the Department of Justice.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Nov. 2024
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Bill Marsh, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
Civil lawsuits against the Alexander brothers The Alexander brothers – telegenic twins Oren and Alon, and their elder brother Tal – have been the subject of several lawsuits by women alleging they were raped and possibly drugged.
—Dan Morrison, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Erving was the telegenic, genial face of two leagues during his 16-year professional career, carrying the ABA for five seasons with the Virginia Squires and New York Nets before going to Philly and the NBA in 1976 as part of the NBA-ABA merger.
—David Aldridge, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
This demand signals his intent to appoint people whose primary qualification is loyalty or telegenic looks, such as Fox TV host Pete Hegseth at the Defense Department and Rep. Matt Gaetz at the Department of Justice.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for telegenic
Adjective
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Hikers can follow coastal routes that will lead them to such photogenic spots as Lastres, Tazones and Torazu.—
Catherine Sabino,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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The analysis ranked the 100 largest American cities based on their performances in three categories: photogenic proposal spots, shopping for proposals, and romantic experiences and ambiance.—
Madeline Fitzgerald,
Quartz,
12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Take a look at more below: Walmart, a big-box retailer popular among a wide range of consumers, has been especially attractive amid concerns about inflation, high grocery prices and the direction of the U.S. economy.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
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The mule’s pointed open toe design, too, will look supremely attractive when peeking out from your wide-leg trousers or pleated maxi skirt.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Here are 27 good-looking options for everyday wear to add to your underwear drawer now.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2025
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Best for: Those who want a comfortable, good-looking, truly versatile shoe that can handle rugged trails and run relatively smoothly on roads.—
Lisa Jhung,
Outside Online,
28 Feb. 2025
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The case coincides with suspicious activity occurring near the border where Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) — who used to work for the Navajo Tribal Police with Chee and Leaphorn and had a relationship with Chee — now gets drawn to cocky and handsome border agent Ivan Muños (Alex Meraz).—
Randy Myers,
The Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2025
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Casting is an expensive multistep process, though, and the same factories can furnish façades for new construction by the more straightforward technique of extrusion, yielding handsome but less ornate panels.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The translator need only find the right verbal stones and install them in comely sentences, in cadences that mirror the author’s own, and Mishima’s voice will emerge.—
Deborah Treisman,
The New Yorker,
27 Oct. 2024
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This road car with racetrack roots emerged as a shot across the bow of Jaguar after its comely E-type was unveiled at the 1961 Geneva Motor show.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
12 Apr. 2024
Adjective
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Butte is located halfway between Glacier and Yellowstone national parks for convenient access to outdoor activities and beautiful places worth exploring.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2025
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There are six impossibly grand and beautiful suites here, including the Suite Gianvico, with its 18th-century wallpaper, velvet chairs, parquet floors and a freestanding bathtub overlooking the lake.—
Lysanne Currie,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Locals prefer to roll through town on golf carts, the most charming quality of many of America’s beach towns and islands.—
Mariah Tyler,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2025
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Upon entering the beautiful little hôtel particulier, guests were greeted by a striking cherry-red carpet covering the charming cobblestone, welcoming fashion’s elite into a series of rooms showcasing the brand’s new collection.—
Kristen Bateman,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Transferring everyday items from their bulky, visually stimulating packaging into pretty containers is one way to organize your home while maintaining your design style.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2025
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Clint Steadman, in the only other truly significant male role, has a youthful charm and pretty tenor as Joe, the junior accountant who teaches Violet something about second chances.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Telegenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/telegenic. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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