picturesque

Example Sentences

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There are more than 600 public saunas across the UK, with many now opening on beaches, overlooking lakes and in other picturesque rural settings.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Now a picturesque destination for tourists, Prague has been an imperial capital, a flashpoint in religious wars and the site of communist crackdowns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Most take it in stride, or consider the situation at Indian Wells a fair tradeoff for the otherwise gorgeous backdrop of mountains, picturesque sunsets and lavish facilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

Yes, it was an adventurous life, a picturesque life, that makes for a good narrative.

From Slate • Mar. 2, 2026

The country estate on Quenz Lake was so picturesque that one saboteur-in-training thought, at first, he was at a country club.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple