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as in extraordinary
being out of the ordinary
the phenomenal growth that the suburb has experienced over the last decade
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as in superhuman
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
the phenomenal ability to remember the names of thousands of people
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Recent Examples of phenomenal
These mini drones and the phenomenal new breed of operators, who are both brilliant flyers but really also understand how nature works and how animals behave, have opened up.
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Mark Peikert, IndieWire, 3 Mar. 2025
Nicholson's portrayal of a rebellious mental hospital inmate is a phenomenal combination of sly intelligence and impish braggadocio, best showcased during the scene where, thwarted in his attempt to watch the World Series on TV, McMurphy ad libs a commentary in front of a blank set.
—EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Gene Hackman, whose acting career began in 1961, shared the screen with many phenomenal co-stars including Clint Eastwood (twice), Christopher Reeve (three times), Barbra Streisand and Ann-Margret.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
Golden ended up running a 4.29 40 time, which is phenomenal.
—Steve Bradshaw, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
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Mark Peikert, IndieWire, 3 Mar. 2025
Nicholson's portrayal of a rebellious mental hospital inmate is a phenomenal combination of sly intelligence and impish braggadocio, best showcased during the scene where, thwarted in his attempt to watch the World Series on TV, McMurphy ad libs a commentary in front of a blank set.
—EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Gene Hackman, whose acting career began in 1961, shared the screen with many phenomenal co-stars including Clint Eastwood (twice), Christopher Reeve (three times), Barbra Streisand and Ann-Margret.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
Golden ended up running a 4.29 40 time, which is phenomenal.
—Steve Bradshaw, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for phenomenal
Adjective
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Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion builds on that work with new vigor and a new dimension - the creative energy and conquering spirit of one extraordinary woman.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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But the body itself has an extraordinary ability to heal.—
Tiziana Cardini,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2025
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Kloss possessed a superhuman talent for observation.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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In any previous year, such speed would be considered superhuman, but somehow that kind of work ethic doesn’t seem to register anymore in the accelerated world of today.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2025
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Less Than 1% Of Brackets Remain Perfect On First Day Of Tournament Don't Overlook Humility Technical skills and strategic thinking are vital, but humility is one of the most defining traits of exceptional leaders.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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When William finally appears in person late in the game, the faceoff between him and Eddie is worth the wait if only just to see these two exceptional actors go at it.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The disruptions in flow call to mind the format of Be My Guest With Ina Garten, in which Ina both preps for a guest as well as cooks with them, but Meghan’s uncanny flashbacks somehow further untether the show from the reality of her not-kitchen.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
7 Mar. 2025
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Reality Blues wades into the mysteries of our uncanny world, trying to catch a vibe.—
Meaghan Garvey,
Pitchfork,
6 Mar. 2025
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As a result, Canadians have rejected American imports and issued other economic punishments in an unusual show of patriotism.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
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Network security also gets a significant upgrade with the help of AI. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) powered by AI monitor traffic in real time, can flag unusual patterns that might indicate a security breach.—
Kathleen Walch,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And not just the miraculous match-up of Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren as Jacob and Cara Dutton, struggling to hold onto their Montana ranch until their troubled He-Man of a nephew Spencer (Brandon Sklenar) can come home to help, though that figures heavily.—
Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2025
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Like a goalkeeper, who can be 40 minutes without touching the ball and suddenly has to make an almost miraculous intervention.—
Sam Lee,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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What makes the company special is its seamless blend of the two founders’ unique strengths and specialties, with one complementing the other without overpowering it.—
Molly Peck,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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Throughout the film, these elite athletes who typically face off as opponents can be seen encouraging one another, sharing techniques, and leveraging each other’s unique strengths to elevate their individual games.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
20 Mar. 2025
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Donaldson’s magical moment will go down as an instant classic in Michigan lore.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2025
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The night of her Broadway debut was nothing short of magical.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Phenomenal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phenomenal. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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