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as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe the concept of the soul as a transcendental entity that exists entirely apart from the body

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Recent Examples of transcendental Like Lynch, Coulson was an enthusiastic practitioner of transcendental meditation, which Green was also persuaded to try. Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025 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 His first two tasks of the day: 20 minutes of transcendental meditation ... followed by four shots of espresso. Axios, 17 Jan. 2025 The director was also a vocal supporter of transcendental meditation. Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for transcendental
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Adjective
  • Along with being experts in the martial arts, many of the competitors exhibit supernatural abilities.
    Michileen Martin, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
  • An exhibition in Japan highlights supernatural spirits imbued with the fears and anxieties of everyday life.
    J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 16 June 2025
Adjective
  • With his sword, superhuman strength, and loyal friends, He-Man defends Eternia and the secrets of Castle Grayskull from the forces of the evil sorcerer Skeletor.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 15 June 2025
  • Previously, Munn played tenacious news journalist Sloan Sabbith on Aaron Sorkin’s The Newsroom series, as well as known for playing superhuman mutant Betsy Braddock in X-Men: Apocalypse.
    Jeff Conway, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Adjective
  • This Conjuring film, like the others, is inspired by the real-life case files of paranormal investigators and couple, Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga).
    Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2025
  • The experience blends Key West history with a hands-on paranormal investigation, plus time spent sitting face-to-face with the haunted doll.
    Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 8 May 2025
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  • The magical moment made Cyrus the first official guest performer of the tour.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 20 June 2025
  • Lionel Messi’s free kick from just outside the Porto penalty area in the 54th minute provided this Club World Cup with its first magical moment.
    Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 20 June 2025
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  • And that was the metaphysical American transformation of news into entertainment.
    Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 13 June 2025
  • The Foundation Of Strategic Thinking The Vedas scriptures do not only dwell on metaphysical concepts but also emphasize the principles of truth, cosmic order and sacrifice for the collective good.
    Pankaj Vasani, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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  • In genre-bender Death of a Unicorn, starring Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega, a father (Rudd) and daughter (Ortega) accidentally hit and kill a unicorn while en route to a weekend retreat, where his billionaire boss (Richard E. Grant) seeks to exploit the creature’s miraculous curative properties.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 18 June 2025
  • My father is a miraculous man as MAGA movement marks 10 years.
    , FOXNews.com, 17 June 2025
Adjective
  • Both happened to be born on the same day in 1995, adding to the mystical alignment of it all.
    Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025
  • The original show’s premise dealt with a demonic invasion being thwarted by plucky heroes in mystical samurai armor, which worked sort of like power armor.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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  • Wilson demonstrated an uncanny gift for harmonic invention and complex vocal and instrumental arrangements.
    Roy Trakin, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2025
  • The human cast do an uncanny job of mimicking their cartoon counterparts, especially Nick Frost as dragon training master Gobber and Bronwyn James and Harry Trevaldwyn as twins Ruffnut and Tuffnut, the three of whom manage to milk fresh laughs from 15-year-old jokes.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 9 June 2025

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“Transcendental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transcendental. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.

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