1
as in feeling
an indefinite physical response to a stimulus
we felt just the smallest sensation of warmth when we leaned against the radiator
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2
as in craze
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
the satirical video was a short-lived online sensation
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3
as in miracle
something extraordinary or surprising
the first clone was considered a sensation
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Recent Examples of sensation
There’s a growing cohort of FiveFingers Fashion Girls (see: model Paloma Elsesser, rap sensation Doechii, and The Attico co-founder Gilda Ambrosio) who are embracing the fitness world’s most divisive shoe.
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Julia Hobbs, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2025
Enter Central Cee, the 25-year-old rap sensation from the West London neighborhood of Shepherd’s Bush, whose reign over social feeds these past few years feels uncontested.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
Lynch’s foray into television with Twin Peaks proved an even greater sensation.
—Stephen Galloway, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Jan. 2025
Joao Fonseca, the 18-year-old Brazilian, had morphed from a promising prospect into a sensation over the course of a straight-sets upset of Andrey Rublev, the notoriously hotheaded No. 9 seed at the Australian Open.
—Matthew Futterman, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Julia Hobbs, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2025
Enter Central Cee, the 25-year-old rap sensation from the West London neighborhood of Shepherd’s Bush, whose reign over social feeds these past few years feels uncontested.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
Lynch’s foray into television with Twin Peaks proved an even greater sensation.
—Stephen Galloway, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Jan. 2025
Joao Fonseca, the 18-year-old Brazilian, had morphed from a promising prospect into a sensation over the course of a straight-sets upset of Andrey Rublev, the notoriously hotheaded No. 9 seed at the Australian Open.
—Matthew Futterman, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensation
Noun
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The demonstration comes amid a restrained moment of reflection as many progressive voters navigate feelings of exhaustion, disappointment and despair after Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris' loss.—
LINDSAY WHITEHURST,
arkansasonline.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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James's oncologist seemed embarrassed and dodged her questions, which left her feeling both frivolous and ignored.—
Yuki Noguchi,
NPR,
19 Jan. 2025
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Last year, OpenAI, which started the generative AI craze in late 2022 with ChatGPT, introduced a search engine called SearchGPT.—
Hayden Field,
CNBC,
18 Jan. 2025
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In my experience, the main driver behind the AI investment and adoption craze is the measurable value technology offers healthcare providers.—
Sergey Mashchenko,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Tucker attempted an onside kick for Baltimore, but Bills cornerback Rasul Douglas recovered to snuff out any chance of a Ravens miracle.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN,
19 Jan. 2025
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Test yourself on miracle flights, theatrical triumphs and athletic aces in this week's American Culture Quiz.—
Fox News Staff,
Fox News,
19 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Plus, setting it up is super simple, the bass is strong enough to shake your room, and the Dolby Atmos feature adds this amazing 3D feel to the audio that pulls you into the action.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
28 Jan. 2025
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Along with Taylor’s rich voice, the record shone through its fluorescent electro flourishes and euphoric pop feel.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Loaded cereal is a recent breakfast trend in which various toppings are added to everyday cereal.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
22 Jan. 2025
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This trend seemed to forecast a decline in reggaetón’s dominance within Latin music circles.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Here are some worth trying and vital things to know about this psychiatric phenomenon.—
Cathy Habas,
SELF,
17 Jan. 2025
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His television series Twin Peaks (1990–91, 2017) further cemented his reputation, becoming a cultural phenomenon with its blend of soap opera melodrama, supernatural intrigue, and quirky humor.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Hitting southern markets makes strategic sense, says Maris Croswell, CEO of Spruce, because that’s where potential customers will be thinking about the challenge of getting their lawns ready for Spring, since the weather in February will be warmer there.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2025
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But giving play-calling back to offensive coordinator Mike Kafka would raise a similar question: what sense does that make, other than using the guy who is already under contract rather than firing him, hiring somebody else and paying double?—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
28 Jan. 2025
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The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.—
Dana Branham,
Dallas News,
30 Apr. 2020
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That equates to more than 45 million Americans using CBD products, based on latest available U.S. Census estimates.—
Brendan Bures,
chicagotribune.com,
2 Oct. 2019
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“Sensation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensation. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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