as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe there are rumors that the old deserted mansion is the site of paranormal activity

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Recent Examples of paranormal Tamara Ray, a California singer-songwriter who moved to Tombstone not long ago and started wearing vintage dresses, reports that she was drawn to the town by paranormal forces. Richard Grant, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025 The first in this now iconic horror film franchise which spawned four sequels follows a married couple investigating paranormal goings-on. Griff Griffin, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 May 2025 On hand are four paranormal investigators intent to solve the mysterious disappearance of a family from a manor where something otherworldly has taken place. The New York Times, New York Times, 30 May 2025 Donna and her roommate, Angie, noticed weird paranormal activity happening around the apartment, which began to escalate. Julia Gomez, USA Today, 26 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for paranormal
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  • Along with being experts in the martial arts, many of the competitors exhibit supernatural abilities.
    Michileen Martin, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
  • The coven of The Craft (1996) Careful around this cult classic's supernatural crew!
    EW.com, EW.com, 16 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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  • After decades of unleashing all sorts of brilliant, transcendental digs to people of all races and backgrounds, has Patti LuPone gone too far by doubling down on her feud with two prestigious actresses of color?
    Raven Smith, Vogue, 28 May 2025
  • Plus, the music is still transcendental across the board.
    David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025

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“Paranormal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paranormal. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.

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