as in celestial
of, relating to, or suggesting heaven
the dream of retiring to a tropical isle and enjoying a life of elysian ease
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By Delilah Khomo published 11 October 2024 There are some places in the world with such a strong sense of continuity; of a past preserved that makes the present more special, where time makes no changes; as if the clocks have literally frozen in the hotels' Elysian days.
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Delilah Khomo, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
Soft Pretzels Suites, concourse Custom jumbo horseshoe pretzels with Elysian beer cheese and local bourbon mustard will be available in the suites, while classic twisted soft pretzels will be offered at more than 40 locations throughout the concourse.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Aug. 2024
There’s no shortage of elysian Santa Barbara hotels in both the seaside city and its idyllic surrounding areas of Montecito and the Santa Ynez wine country.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 June 2022
The secret to its longevity, then and now, is a steadfast commitment to the idea of dolce far niente, the elysian pleasantness of doing absolutely nothing except enjoying yourself.
—Spencer Bailey, Town & Country, 28 Mar. 2021
Indie studio Humble Hearts is hard at work finishing Dust: An Elysian Tale, which stands among the most visually breathtaking 2-D games on any modern platform — despite being developed entirely by one man.
—Ryan Rigney, WIRED, 15 June 2012
Ms. Belilove herself often exemplifies the genre’s tragic, heroic side: Orpheus entering the Elysian fields, Liberty leading the people.
—Alastair MacAulay, New York Times, 20 June 2017
The Elysian bash last Thursday night in the Quartyard, 1102 Market St., drew more than 100 people, many dressed in 10 Barrel merchandise.
—Peter Rowe, sandiegouniontribune.com, 25 May 2017
Delilah Khomo, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
Soft Pretzels Suites, concourse Custom jumbo horseshoe pretzels with Elysian beer cheese and local bourbon mustard will be available in the suites, while classic twisted soft pretzels will be offered at more than 40 locations throughout the concourse.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Aug. 2024
There’s no shortage of elysian Santa Barbara hotels in both the seaside city and its idyllic surrounding areas of Montecito and the Santa Ynez wine country.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 June 2022
The secret to its longevity, then and now, is a steadfast commitment to the idea of dolce far niente, the elysian pleasantness of doing absolutely nothing except enjoying yourself.
—Spencer Bailey, Town & Country, 28 Mar. 2021
Indie studio Humble Hearts is hard at work finishing Dust: An Elysian Tale, which stands among the most visually breathtaking 2-D games on any modern platform — despite being developed entirely by one man.
—Ryan Rigney, WIRED, 15 June 2012
Ms. Belilove herself often exemplifies the genre’s tragic, heroic side: Orpheus entering the Elysian fields, Liberty leading the people.
—Alastair MacAulay, New York Times, 20 June 2017
The Elysian bash last Thursday night in the Quartyard, 1102 Market St., drew more than 100 people, many dressed in 10 Barrel merchandise.
—Peter Rowe, sandiegouniontribune.com, 25 May 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elysian
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All of these intense celestial movements will significantly impact travel during the holiday.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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This boutique hotel, known for its exclusive design and celestial theme, redefines luxury in the heart of Mexico City.Jim Dobson, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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For ultra luxury, the Château Saint-Martin is a heavenly retreat recently nominated for a number of awards, including France's Best Hotel Spa 2024.Alexandra Zagalsky, theweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Matthew Perry joins a heavenly chorus of pop stars—including Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury and Whitney Houston—as the greatest earners in the great beyond.Lisette Voytko-Best, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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There was no other sound for several blissful minutes, just the dry yellow leaves of the aspen shaking and shimmering in the midday sun.Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 26 Nov. 2024
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Baies is a blissful mix of black currant leaves and fresh roses.Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Elysian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elysian. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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