cynosure
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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
The German capital isn’t worried about losing its standing as a cynosure of European art.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2020
A stretch of zinc bar with a charred wood front is the cynosure that faces groups of comfortable modern furniture, much of it by Knoll and easily moved to suit customers.
From New York Times • Apr. 23, 2019
Megan and Marlon immediately became the cynosure of legions of online commenters, many of whom assessed the couple as if they were real.
From The New Yorker • Jun. 11, 2018
By consent of the judge, the claimant was put upon the stand, and became emphatically the cynosure of every eye in the crowded court.
From The Finger of Fate A Romance by Reid, Mayne
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