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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
Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
In the decades since, gothic nightmares like Crimson Peak and supernatural horrors like Poltergeist have risen as staples of the subgenre.
—Steven Thrash, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Oct. 2025
Moving on, however, becomes a problem when a mysterious unseen force traps and forces them to relive past traumas together in this supernatural soap opera.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Like Demon Slayer and Attack on Titan before it, the Chainsaw Man TV series, which is streaming on Crunchyroll and Hulu, is part supernatural horror, part coming-of-age story.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
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But right in the heart of Yosemite Valley, supernatural secrets are said to lurk within the park’s most famous hotel.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
In the decades since, gothic nightmares like Crimson Peak and supernatural horrors like Poltergeist have risen as staples of the subgenre.
—Steven Thrash, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Oct. 2025
Moving on, however, becomes a problem when a mysterious unseen force traps and forces them to relive past traumas together in this supernatural soap opera.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Like Demon Slayer and Attack on Titan before it, the Chainsaw Man TV series, which is streaming on Crunchyroll and Hulu, is part supernatural horror, part coming-of-age story.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supernatural
Adjective
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The site became overcrowded and used controversial treatments such as electroshock and insulin coma therapy, according to local reports, and since its abandonment, many visitors report paranormal activity in the former ward buildings.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Lutzes' story has been the subject of much debate, especially given the fact that the next family to take over the house, James and Barbara Cromarty, lived in the house for a decade without any paranormal occurrences.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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This creature’s strength is superhuman, which is unfortunate for anyone who happens to provoke him.—
Lindsey Bahr,
Boston Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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Moments that remind you that not every hero needs a cape or superhuman strength to uplift the world.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The texture contrast is divine.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Oct. 2025
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The town’s origins are bizarre, involving a celestial object crashing into Derry and a divine turtle-like being named Maturin.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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Directed by Chris Appelhans and Maggie Kang, the film follows a K-pop supergroup who must balance their lives as world-famous pop stars with their secret side hustle as demon slayers.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
22 Oct. 2025
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Never mind The Bear — meet the Boss, fighting the same demons and nagging feelings of self-doubt that would cause Carmy Berzatto to stoically nod in recognition.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Dani Shapiro’s Signal Fires is a meditation on human connectedness that feels transcendental.—
Anna Bruno
September 19,
Literary Hub,
19 Sep. 2025
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Recently, the director picked up transcendental meditation — a famous practice of the late David Lynch — from her friend, Vera Drew.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Although Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy reprised their roles as the magical trio for the 2022 sequel, Birch, Katz and Shaw were not present for the onscreen reunion.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
25 Oct. 2025
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Enjoying a swimming hole in the summer is a prime Vermont pastime, but the state's waterways are just as magical in the colder months.—
Megan Margulies,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The King and Queen earlier met the new pontiff for the first time since his May election on Thursday morning, following their arrival in Rome the previous evening to celebrate the holy Jubilee year, which takes place every quarter of a century.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
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The not-quite-musical (the Shakers were known for their frenzied singing) and not-quite-biopic was recently acquired by Searchlight, with a suitably holy Christmas Day release planned.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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For bones, spirits, and some menacing dolls, here’s where to go for a fright.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
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The spirit has strong notes of star anise and caraway, with a range of holiday spices.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Supernatural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernatural. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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