cynosure
Example Sentences
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While Jolyon is a central character in “The Forsytes,” Soames’ inner conflict is Galsworthy’s cynosure: He’s a man who prizes acquisition and possession to the extent that he cannot love.
From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026
From these beginnings, the Voice grew into a cynosure of the counterculture.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2024
Aesthetically, a blue Patagonia vest worn by activist DeRay Mckesson was its fashion cynosure.
From Washington Post • May 23, 2018
The cynosure of this style is Richard Price, and Blauner shares his intricate gabbiness.
From New York Times • May 31, 2017
By this time the sport was the cynosure of a good many pairs of eyes.
From Taking Chances by Cullen, Clarence L.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
