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as in spiritual
not composed of matter
that ethereal attribute that every performer should have—charisma
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as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness
the bakery's scrumptious pastries have a wonderfully ethereal consistency
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as in celestial
of, relating to, or suggesting heaven
described as a land of ethereal beauty and tranquility
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Recent Examples of ethereal
The song features Timbaland’s iconic Gregorian chant, giving it a divine and almost ethereal feel.
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Ben Welles, SPIN, 28 Oct. 2024
As different as water and oil, Medrano’s deep, gravelly voice contrasts with Rizzi’s soft, ethereal tone, capturing the disappointment of a love that is impossible to leave behind.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 25 Oct. 2024
Hanan Townshend’s score, with its heavy, rhythmic breathing and ethereal tones, cultivates a constant atmosphere of unease.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
The spotlight comes in two forms: a literal cone of light, its ethereal glow coming without a clear source in the sky — and the nameless antagonist, which in true teen-horror fashion is the bloodied corpse of someone with a physical spotlight for a head.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2024
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Ben Welles, SPIN, 28 Oct. 2024
As different as water and oil, Medrano’s deep, gravelly voice contrasts with Rizzi’s soft, ethereal tone, capturing the disappointment of a love that is impossible to leave behind.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 25 Oct. 2024
Hanan Townshend’s score, with its heavy, rhythmic breathing and ethereal tones, cultivates a constant atmosphere of unease.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
The spotlight comes in two forms: a literal cone of light, its ethereal glow coming without a clear source in the sky — and the nameless antagonist, which in true teen-horror fashion is the bloodied corpse of someone with a physical spotlight for a head.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ethereal
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Actress dies after reportedly consuming frog venom at spiritual cleansing retreat.Fox News, Fox News, 6 Dec. 2024
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CeCe Winans brings a spiritual touch with Joyful, Joyful: A Christmas Album, while Coco Jones adds her unique flair in Coco by the Fireplace.Okla Jones, Essence, 6 Dec. 2024
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Along the way, our contestants will receive visits from friends of the fluffy, furry, and feathery kind, who will hop, crawl, or fly in for live appearances over the course of the season.Gil Macias, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy before adding the eggs one at a time.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2024
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The challenge doesn't stop there, as the sun will clash with your celestial ruler, Neptune, on the 18th, triggering feelings of confusion and uncertainty.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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Rays of golden light beam down from a winged celestial being to pierce the humble saint’s hands, feet and side, echoing the mortal wounds suffered during Christ’s crucifixion.Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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If reason teaches that God is incorporeal, this means that God has no body; God does not physically see, nor do people see God.Randy L. Friedman, The Conversation, 16 Feb. 2024
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The digital files are incorporeal.BostonGlobe.com, BostonGlobe.com, 9 June 2021
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Over the course of AI Jesus’ two-month run, more than 900 church visitors interacted with the heavenly hologram.Leslie Katz, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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There's this heavenly arrival and a promise of paradise for immigrants.Russell Contreras, Axios, 12 Dec. 2024
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With age, Sean has begun to warm to his mother’s metaphysical approach to life — and beyond.Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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Perhaps that’s why Sedona attracts such a strong enclave of New Age spiritual devotees searching for metaphysical energy in the vortexes allegedly sprinkled throughout its buttes and spires.Erin Strout, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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The Hallmark star, 42, steps into the classic role of Mrs. Miracle, an angelic character created by bestselling author Debbie Macomber, in the channel's Joyful Mrs. Miracle, airing Thanksgiving night as part of Countdown to Christmas.Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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This and other pieces of art and decor throughout the space — including an angelic sculpture surrounded by French horns — give a nod to the women behind the organization.Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 27 Nov. 2024
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The film tells the story of Ingrid, a crack assassin who uses supernatural abilities to get out of even the most seemingly hopeless situations.Jamie Lang, Variety, 3 Dec. 2024
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However their reappearance is working against them by attracting other supernatural forces to their small Massachusetts town.Rachel Flynn, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Ethereal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ethereal. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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