enigmatic

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This altarpiece marks the Italian artist coming into his own at the end of the Renaissance, its vision of Christ after his crucifixion rendered in an expressive, enigmatic style.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

The enigmatic song earned her the Grand Prize in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest that year, making it the first time a Latin category took home the top prize.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

It is fitting, in fact, to see her as the Mona Lisa of Greco-Roman Egypt, a woman of undeniable yet enigmatic beauty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Still, small interactions with her closest friends offer some glimpses at how the famously enigmatic first lady is approaching her husband's second term.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

It was one of the grand lady’s more enigmatic statements, but still, it had done the trick.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood