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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
Bellinger’s sensational shoestring catch on a Juan Soto line drive, meanwhile, turned into a rally-killing double play in the seventh.
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Peter Sblendorio, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2025
Before Saturday, Rodón had never been less than sensational against the Mets.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 July 2025
Willis then turned his career around with a sensational 2024 campaign.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
On the surface, there's the sensational one that AI is evil and will wipe us all out if given half a chance.
—David Szondy
june 28, New Atlas, 28 June 2025
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Peter Sblendorio, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2025
Before Saturday, Rodón had never been less than sensational against the Mets.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 July 2025
Willis then turned his career around with a sensational 2024 campaign.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
On the surface, there's the sensational one that AI is evil and will wipe us all out if given half a chance.
—David Szondy
june 28, New Atlas, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensational
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Weight: Compare two melons of similar size, and opt for the one that feels the heaviest for the sweetest, juiciest center.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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Others point to inflammation, the way the brain processes sensory input, and changes in serotonin levels – which play a key role in activating migraine.—
Danielle Wilhour,
The Conversation,
10 July 2025
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These sensory inputs connect to our brain—nature's powerful yet energy-efficient processing unit—which performs local computation without needing to consult external intelligence.—
Javed Khan,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The hiding spot seemed like an excellent spot for avoiding the sun and potential predators, but Fowler didn't feel quite the same.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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This Dyson model is lightweight and has powerful suction and motorized tools that are excellent for getting hair out of carpets and upholstery.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Mexico draws travelers for its irresistible regional cuisines, colorful textiles and art, and millennia-old traditions—all of which are well-reflected in the country’s eclectic hotels.—
Sarah Bruning,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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This Superman brings back the colorful visuals, the humor, the clever quips in the midst of battle, the lightheartedness of the vintage comics.—
Scott Phillips,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Joined by four extremely sensual dancers, Starr powered through her hits, fully choreographed and vocally impressive.—
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jsonline.com,
4 July 2025
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To preserve two years worth of wartime love letters that are frisky, sensual, imaginative and, above all, honest.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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This no-churn ice cream recipe extracts all the wonderful flavor from the corn by simmering both the kernels and cobs in whipping cream and sweetened condensed milk to make sure every bite is filled with corn flavor.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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So many wonderful age gap and power dynamics going on in this novel that really set the tone for a whole generation of writers to come.—
Hattie Williams
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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All of Tatcha’s products offer a luxurious, sensorial experience, which is why so many celebrities are obsessed with the brand.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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It’s defined by a smooth and sensorial handfeel, elegant sheen, comfort, drape and high-definition.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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The Packers failed to build on their terrific finish to the 2023 campaign, settled for the No. 7 seed in the NFC playoffs, and lost a Wild Card game to eventual Super Bowl champion Philadelphia.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Smartphone Deals An ultra-bright screen, terrific build quality, and powerful AI tools made the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL a winner in our book, and our expert gave it an excellent rating in our review.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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