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Definition of breathtaking adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

breathtaking

adjective
 
/ˈbreθteɪkɪŋ/
 
/ˈbreθteɪkɪŋ/
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  1. very exciting or impressive (usually in a pleasant way)
    • a breathtaking view of the mountains
    • The scene was one of breathtaking beauty.
    Extra Examples
    • The birds pinpoint their prey with breathtaking accuracy.
    • The castle is set in a landscape of breathtaking grandeur.
    • Some of the music was breathtaking in its beauty.
    • The village is set amongst the most breathtaking scenery.
    • She looked breathtaking in a white strapless dress.
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    Oxford Collocations Dictionaryverbs
    • be
    adverb
    • absolutely
    • quite
    • simply
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  2. very surprising
    • He spoke with breathtaking arrogance.
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