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What does it mean?
An emphatic statement describing a woman as possessing a remarkable and perhaps mysterious quality or aura.
In plain terms
She had something special and unique about her.
What can you take from it?
Recognize unique personal qualities.

Where it applies

  • introduction
  • character study
  • dating

Putting it to work

  • praise someone
  • identify charisma
  • describe presence

Questions to consider

  • What makes someone stand out?
  • How do you describe charm?

Another view

It is vague and does not specify what quality is meant.

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