awe

Example Sentences

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Among ex-cricketers, the reaction veered between awe and disbelief.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

I watched in awe as melted cheese oozed out from inside, forming a delicious crust along the edges of my cooked omelette.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Land art, originating in the 1960s, evolved from a counterculture movement into a global genre, emphasizing universal awe over commerce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

“It’s so simple, but I think that’s what this landscape is giving me, constant awe in the midst of a really depressing world, and a tough year for the family.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

“I don’t see how you dared to do it,” said Beth in a tone of awe.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott