extrasensory

Definition of extrasensorynext

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of extrasensory From the above example, friend one and two demonstrate a relatively standard range of sensitivity, while friend three and four exhibit more extreme extrasensory abilities. Aliza Kelly Faragher, Allure, 2 July 2018 Burton Lane and Alan Jay Lerner’s extrasensory musical comes back to us courtesy of the Irish Repertory Theater. Alexis Soloski, New York Times, 21 June 2018 Making out with Elektra Natchios in the rain demonstrates Daredevil’s extrasensory abilities. Peter Nagy, The Atlantic, 19 Mar. 2018 So, in addition to her boundless cleverness, Matilda develops some extrasensory powers as a defense against the small-mindedness of the adults around her. Punch Shaw, star-telegram.com, 15 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extrasensory
Adjective
  • The subjectivity of the original tale thus becomes a kind of psychic landscape in Visconti’s film.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 July 2026
  • And Amthor the ‘psychic consultant’ and Sonderberg the ‘dope doctor’ are lesser figures in a novel in which no detail is left undescribed.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026
Adjective
  • To me, jasmine reads more mystical and fresh than hyper-femme or basic bloom.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 21 July 2026
  • Messi’s incidental presence became melancholy rather than mystical.
    Sam Knight, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Adjective
  • Only the Avatar, a spiritual figure reincarnated with each subsequent generation, can bend all four elements at once.
    Alison Herman, Variety, 24 July 2026
  • Bhajan clubbing has brought Hindu tradition to the dance floor, providing a sober and spiritual nightlife experience.
    Devika Rao, TheWeek, 23 July 2026
Adjective
  • Unlike in Cutud, participants are mostly female faith healers adhering not to vows but to mystic trances and possession.
    H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 10 July 2026
  • Whether Spatial surrounds its reggae-toasting host with piles of drums, disorienting electronic beats, or locomotive rock music, Scratch abides as crooner, barker, mystic, meditation coach — whatever the moment requires.
    Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 8 July 2026
Adjective
  • Fortunately, a growing number of websites, apps and planning tools can help eclipse chasers and locals plan where to observe in advance of the rare celestial event.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • On another note, two rare celestial alignments are leading up to a much bigger story in the background.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

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“Extrasensory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extrasensory. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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