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as in juicy
arousing a strong and usually superficial interest or emotional reaction
the sensational news story caused a stir, but after a few days everyone forgot about it
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as in sensory
of or relating to physical sensation or the senses
sensational hallucinations
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
this ice cream is sensational
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Recent Examples of sensational
Smith played a sensational game for Denver, making a career-high eight saves.
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Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Rob Martin was sensational for High Point, scoring 23 points.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 Mar. 2026
Blakes has had a sensational sophomore season, leading the country in scoring with 27 points a game.
—Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
The film features a slew of genuine performances, which power up the violent insanity into something at once sensational and dramatic.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 15 Mar. 2026
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Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Rob Martin was sensational for High Point, scoring 23 points.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 Mar. 2026
Blakes has had a sensational sophomore season, leading the country in scoring with 27 points a game.
—Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
The film features a slew of genuine performances, which power up the violent insanity into something at once sensational and dramatic.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensational
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These are considered some of the coolest wine-growing regions in California, and the style here tends to be juicier, fruitier, and more full-bodied than Burgundian Pinot Noir.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
26 Mar. 2026
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Any kind of Joseph Campbell's really juicy and meaty.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
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Venus graces your sign until April 24, wrapping you in an energy that rewards indulgence, self-appreciation, and sensory pleasure.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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The sweeping structures bear a striking resemblance to the sensory organs sported by members of the insect world, which eventually granted them the nickname of the Antennae Galaxies.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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The Horned Frogs had a mix of air raid and veer-and-shoot principles under Briles, but are expected to move more to a pro-style scheme under Sammis, who had excellent success with that style of offense at UConn.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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In the pre-show rooms, both real-life actors seen were excellent at interacting with real-life visitors and prerecorded monotone movie stars.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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Her lab is pioneering colorful interactive models developed with an advanced MRI scan and other data from each patient.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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There’s no such thing as having too many journals, so a personalized journal, along with a colorful new pen or two, would be perfect for creative types.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2026
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On the sensual afro-pop fusion, produced by Daramola, the artists sing about connecting and desiring each other, and even wanting to have each other’s baby.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
27 Mar. 2026
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All across what is probably the best pop album of all time, Michael got sexy, sensual, and introspective in equal measures.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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The teams got invaluable data — and some wonderful video too.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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Books Are Magic, a wonderful bookshop owned by novelist Emma Staub, alone could suck up an entire morning.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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There was more screaming and yelling for people who wanted to get a ventilator available in their home.—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2021
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The ingredient drives the fragrance, delivers the benefit and shapes the entire sensorial experience.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps its that in Korean, sun care is seen as an extension of skincare and a sensorial treat, not a tedious task.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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