Definition of supernaturalnext
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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 divine
of, relating to, or being God believed he had a supernatural calling to join the ministry

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supernatural

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noun

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The forthcoming graphic novel — a collaboration between comic book writer Rodney Barnes, artist Jason Shawn Alexander and Shaggy himself — spins a supernatural adventure that blends history, fantasy, music and suspense. Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026 Coming off of Robert and Michelle King’s supernatural drama series Evil for CBS, and subsequently Paramount+, Colter came on board to star this past summer. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026 In this story, the city of Chicago has been recently devastated by supernatural war. Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 21 Jan. 2026 Set within an Indonesian correctional facility, the narrative follows inmates whose survival instincts are tested when a mysterious new prisoner arrives accompanied by a supernatural entity that targets those with the darkest aura. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for supernatural
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Adjective
  • This one follows two teenage boys coming to understand their sexuality as a paranormal force starts to stalk them, taking the form of each other.
    Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 20 Jan. 2026
  • As the only historic hotel along the Texas Gulf Coast, Grand Galvez leans into its lore with regular tours recounting paranormal activities.
    Kelsey Ogletree, Midwest Living, 11 Jan. 2026
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  • Anthony Edwards has been superhuman with his shot making at the ends of games for much of the season.
    Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 23 Jan. 2026
  • The near-term threat is not superhuman machines but the decline of thinking, feeling, and social humans.
    Ian Bremmer, Time, 6 Jan. 2026
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  • Jesus Christ, the divine Son of God, lived, died, and rose again for the rescue of all who put their faith in him.
    WCCO Staff, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Seized by divine visions, Mesut challenges his brother’s leadership to save his people.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 20 Jan. 2026
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  • Each member of the Flynn family is given demons to fight, and each has their own farcical plotline that leads them through crisis to a relatively happy outcome.
    Hannah Gold, New Yorker, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Candlemass broke new ground for histrionics in metal, but their best songs were about demons, sorcerers, and witches.
    Brad Sanders, Pitchfork, 17 Jan. 2026
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  • The study, published in the journal Biomolecules, found that participants who practiced transcendental meditation had lower expression of the genes associated with inflammation and aging.
    Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Also worth exploring, though, is the storied, surreal Hokuriku region, a transcendental fantasy away from Japan’s congested tourist epicenters.
    Malik Peay, Them., 15 Dec. 2025
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  • One of the most magical ways to experience the Eiffel Tower doesn't require a ticket; simply watch the nightly illuminations, when the landmark sparkles for five minutes every hour, on the hour.
    Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Lord knows how director Clint Bentley managed to shoot half of his American epic at magic hour but the result is, well, magical.
    Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
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  • Weeks later and about 90 blocks south, fellow Tony winner Matthew Broderick began playing the pious con man that causes holy hell in Lucas Hnath and Sarah Benson’s gender-bending revival.
    Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Some holy texts relocated to safety On the outside of the Beth Israel synagogue, which serves some 150 families, boards cover windows that stretch nearly from floor to ceiling, and soot stains concrete.
    Jason Carroll, CNN Money, 18 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Despite its name, the bar operates as a globally minded cocktail destination with equal attention paid to other spirits, along with small bites and an impressive cigar selection.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
  • What’s unique about Tasovská’s approach is that the entire film is composed of Jarcovjáková’s photographs, infusing her artistic spirit into every frame.
    Matt Minton, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026

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“Supernatural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernatural. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.

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