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

This was near the climax of “The Path of Pins or the Path of Needles,” a cynosure of this year’s FringeArts Festival in Philadelphia, which began on Sept. 8 and runs until Oct.

From New York Times • Sep. 22, 2022

The cynosure of Cypress Avenue considers Bee's Famous Barbershop to be part confessional, part comedy lounge.

From Washington Post • Jul. 17, 2020

The German capital isn’t worried about losing its standing as a cynosure of European art.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2020

She is alike the cynosure of gentle and simple.

From The White Gauntlet by Reid, Mayne