as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
there are rumors that the old deserted mansion is the site of paranormal activity
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Recent Examples of paranormal
The stakes are paranormal, yes, but the roots are real—anchored in the experiences, traditions, and truths of communities across generations.
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Essence, 2 Apr. 2025
Braver souls can take a special paranormal investigation tour with ghost-hunting equipment.
2476 San Diego Ave., San Diego.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
The store stocks science fiction, paranormal, fantasy, young adult, along with contemporary titles, sports, Westerns and more.
—Erik Pedersen, Orange County Register, 15 Mar. 2025
The tone has shifted from a dark and mysterious and often quite dreadful story of survival and paranormal fear to . . .
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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Essence, 2 Apr. 2025
Braver souls can take a special paranormal investigation tour with ghost-hunting equipment.
2476 San Diego Ave., San Diego.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
The store stocks science fiction, paranormal, fantasy, young adult, along with contemporary titles, sports, Westerns and more.
—Erik Pedersen, Orange County Register, 15 Mar. 2025
The tone has shifted from a dark and mysterious and often quite dreadful story of survival and paranormal fear to . . .
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for paranormal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paranormal
Adjective
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What’s interesting is supernatural activity spiked after the first nuclear reactors (assembled in Hyde Park) were buried in Red Gate Woods nearby.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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This psychological drama examines the aftermath of a boarding school suicide, with two students uncovering hidden truths through a supernatural possession element.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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In the 19th century, philosophers and poets dabbled with it in the pursuit of metaphysical insights.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Beelzebub, however, is nothing but evil incarnate, first appearing as a sort of metaphysical pollution—a writhing black oil-like glob suspended in midair.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
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Like Lynch, Coulson was an enthusiastic practitioner of transcendental meditation, which Green was also persuaded to try.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2025
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The collection was crafted using dreamy textiles including chiffon, organza and satin—essential in the creation of a transcendental atmosphere, with each look practically floating down the runway.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Paranormal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paranormal. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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