quintessence

Example Sentences

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Some theorists describe the force as a field or fluid pervading the whole universe and give it the name quintessence.

From Science Magazine

For 58 years--an eternity in this town--Chasen’s was the quintessence of Hollywood, as sublime as the expensive caviar that is on the menu and as low-brow as the world-famous chili that is not.

From Los Angeles Times

And her longevity feels like a quest in the direction of excellence, as well as a pursuit of her own quintessence.

From Washington Post

An informal shot of Moss and Naomi Campbell, smoking in the Meatpacking district, is the quintessence of cool.

From New York Times

As Walter Benjamin asked, “Is it not the quintessence of experience to find out how very difficult it is to learn many things which apparently could be told in very few words?”

From Washington Post