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as in paranormal
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
believes in ghosts, guardian angels, and other supernatural beings
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as in superhuman
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
he seems to read books with supernatural speed
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as in divine
of, relating to, or being God
believed he had a supernatural calling to join the ministry
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Recent Examples of supernatural
Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025
The actress instead battles endless dead air in this sloppy metaphor for grief — a supernatural misfire that’s peppered with gross-out gags and jump-scares that are uncomfortable but rarely compelling.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 28 Mar. 2025
This iconic show gripped its audiences with a supernatural mystery that has gone down in pop culture history.
—Meg Walters, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2025
June 20, 2024: Majors books a lead role in Martin Villeneuve’s upcoming supernatural revenge thriller Merciless, Deadline reports.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2025
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Bones is a supernatural thriller set in Siberia along the Kolyma Highway, a real highway that was built in Stalinist Soviet Union using the labor of prisoners from the region’s gulags.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025
The actress instead battles endless dead air in this sloppy metaphor for grief — a supernatural misfire that’s peppered with gross-out gags and jump-scares that are uncomfortable but rarely compelling.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 28 Mar. 2025
This iconic show gripped its audiences with a supernatural mystery that has gone down in pop culture history.
—Meg Walters, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2025
June 20, 2024: Majors books a lead role in Martin Villeneuve’s upcoming supernatural revenge thriller Merciless, Deadline reports.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supernatural
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Currently co-writing a feature about the late paranormal DJ Art Bell, to be directed by Radio Silence with Paul Giamatti starring, Greaves’ other film credits include the horror flick Unfriended for Blumhouse and Universal and Inspector Gadget for Disney/Rideback.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2025
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Her thrillers, becoming increasingly popular, bite off a lot, but always include some uncanny paranormal something or other, and a nod to the history of tragedy in Chicago.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Although 80% of the world’s population has superhuman powers called Quirks, few are chosen to become heroes and protect people.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
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Also, a subculture referred to as Saints Culture, which venerates mass killers as almost superhuman figures, frames high-casualty attacks as the ultimate and only legacy worth emulating.—
Odette Yousef,
NPR,
8 Mar. 2025
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Tootsie Scooter — officially known as the divine Suzie Toot — has scooted her final toot on the RuPaul's Drag Race season 17 stage.—
Joey Nolfi,
EW.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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At the core of Judaism and Christianity lie divine interventions that rip a hole in the known universe and change the course of history.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
1 Apr. 2025
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There are extravagant rock concerts, evil giant babies, fiery demons, and of course, the odd robot as well.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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And some of the mistakes are of actual blood on his hands, and he’s got demons floating around in his soul, as well as on the ceiling or climbing the walls or whatever.—
Demetrius Patterson,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 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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With Lake Michigan to the east and the brilliant Chicago skyline to the west, with Buckingham Fountain to the north and the stately museum campus to the south, Grant Park is a magical setting.—
Mark Lazerus,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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Yes, downtown Rogers was magical.—
James F. Hales Remembering Rogers,
arkansasonline.com,
25 Dec. 2024
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Continue reading … ‘MANY SURPRISES’ – Archaeologists discover proof of Bible verse at holiest site in Christianity.—
FOXNews.com,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Across religions and their various significant and holy sites, people of all faiths have shared in Khalafalla’s experience.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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As Donatella Versace prepares to step into her new role as Global Ambassador, there is hope that the Prada Group will honor and preserve the brand’s familial legacy, keeping the spirit of the Versace family alive at its core.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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There are signs that SEIU Local 1000’s efforts have renewed the spirits of members who in recent years have weathered a tumultuous leadership change and a contract negotiation that left many unsatisfied.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Supernatural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernatural. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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