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
Nerves are responsible for sensation, such as pain and temperature.
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Isabel Casimiro, Verywell Health, 22 May 2025
Launched at Sundance in 2023, the film was an instant fest sensation, sparking a bidding war that ended with a distribution deal at A24.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 21 May 2025
Five years later, the singer-songwriter-producer has become a global sensation in her own right, as well as a secret weapon for Western superstars.
—Heran Mamo, Billboard, 14 May 2025
After becoming an internet sensation, plenty of social media users insisted that Apricot, who is a West African village dog, should have been named Bambi.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
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Isabel Casimiro, Verywell Health, 22 May 2025
Launched at Sundance in 2023, the film was an instant fest sensation, sparking a bidding war that ended with a distribution deal at A24.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 21 May 2025
Five years later, the singer-songwriter-producer has become a global sensation in her own right, as well as a secret weapon for Western superstars.
—Heran Mamo, Billboard, 14 May 2025
After becoming an internet sensation, plenty of social media users insisted that Apricot, who is a West African village dog, should have been named Bambi.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensation
Noun
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With a state-of-the-art new factory and a Honda works engine supply arriving from 2026, the feeling has long been that Aston’s foundations are coming together.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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The feeling among economists is that tariffs and inflation go together.—
John Navin,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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GameStop’s share price has exploded almost 70% since its early April fund raising announcement and is now trading at levels not seen since the tail end of the meme stock craze in 2022.—
Billy Bambrough,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Milliner believes there is a practical side to the poultry craze as consumers increasingly seek out satisfying and affordable alternatives amid rising beef prices.—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
FOXNews.com,
24 May 2025
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The heroic game five effort from the Celtics felt like the start of a miracle.—
Tom Rende,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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To top that, 2001 Miami would’ve needed to obliterate everything on its schedule, not require a bouncy miracle to beat Boston College.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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Another Buffy option, this comforter is known for its top-tier temperature regulation and plush-to-the-touch feel.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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The crisp colors, plush feel, and absorbency of our summer towels can quickly take a nose dive once the rigors of the season are in full swing.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 May 2025
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Does the trend toward later retirement bode well or ill for American society?—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Try the trend with this silky animal print blouse, which has a V-neckline and long sleeves with elasticized cuffs.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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The highest chance to see the phenomenon is forecast throughout northern Canada and Alaska.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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In 2020, Miranda reflected on the Hamilton phenomenon in an interview with Rolling Stone.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The Personal Brand Is the Leadership Brand Demis Hassabis — cofounder and CEO of Google DeepMind — isn’t a personal brand in the conventional sense.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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And it was done like a theater production in the sense that every time there was a character, the role was played by an actor.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 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 3 Jun. 2025.
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