as in to glamourize
to represent or think of as better than reality would warrant
he had a tendency to idealize his heroes and believe they could do no wrong
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Recent Examples of idealize
Social-media platforms allow people to see more readily than in the past how others—or idealized versions of others—live.
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Moisés Naím, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2025
For more than a decade, cutting down on meat and other animal products has been idealized as a healthier, more ethical way to eat.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
But a subsequent police investigation into his internet history revealed that Prosper was fascinated with mass murder events like Sandy Hook and the Virginia Tech shooting — killings that are idealized on some incel forums.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
Unlike many romantic films that idealize love, Blue Valentine strips away all sentimentality, portraying a relationship that is messy, imperfect and often uncomfortable to watch.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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Moisés Naím, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2025
For more than a decade, cutting down on meat and other animal products has been idealized as a healthier, more ethical way to eat.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2025
But a subsequent police investigation into his internet history revealed that Prosper was fascinated with mass murder events like Sandy Hook and the Virginia Tech shooting — killings that are idealized on some incel forums.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
Unlike many romantic films that idealize love, Blue Valentine strips away all sentimentality, portraying a relationship that is messy, imperfect and often uncomfortable to watch.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for idealize
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Like most Sorkin ventures, A Few Good Men romanticizes process and procedure.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
24 May 2025
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Despite Gallot’s refusal to romanticize his workplace — indeed, because of it — his devotion paradoxically shines through.—
Sadie Stein,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Alcaraz had spent his whole childhood idolizing Rafael Nadal.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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Featuring anonymous interviews with former instructors, many of whom were idolized, the podcast takes an exhaustive look at the all-consuming SoulCycle obsession, including what went on behind dark studio doors.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Wearing the classic tan color associated with Timberland, the lace-up boots were glamorized with special silver eyelets and lace-catching speed hooks with intricate detailing.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
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Some key findings from the study: Alcohol consumption was glamorized in 61% of ads, and associated with situations like celebrations, social inclusion and displays of social or financial status.—
Tanya Mohn,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Its rich, tinted formula softens without compromising pigment making Eadem’s Lip Softening Balm a no-fuss makeup staple that will leave you looking primped on the go and after a long day.—
Valerie Butler,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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That said, the broader US housing market remains under pressure from persistent affordability challenges, elevated mortgage rates, and softening consumer sentiment.—
Joe Cornell,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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“Idealize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idealize. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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