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The transformation of Tarocchi into a divinatory tool began in the late 18th century, driven by the rise of occultism in France.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Feb. 2026 -
The relationship between the Nazis and the occult wasn’t black or white, but according to historian Eric Kurlander, Nazism and various branches of occultism became noticeably intertwined almost immediately after the founding of the National Socialist German Workers Party in 1919.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
8 Oct. 2025
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The figure of an older woman working alone in a forest hovel inevitably brings some kind of sorcery to mind, but Hjorth’s earlier novels haven’t made too much of the suggestion.—
Elaine Blair,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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The socks demonstrated borderline sorcery in their moisture-wicking ability (thanks to their three-layer construction) and are never cold, despite their outward thinness (Falke’s Polypropylene blend works wonders here).—
Jonathan Thompson,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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The consciousness of social reevaluation and rise, a social spiritualism.—
Mark Richardson,
Pitchfork,
3 Feb. 2026
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In that way, Bridgerton has been different from other upstairs-downstairs shows like Downton Abbey and The Gilded Age, which have worked in political and social storylines about Irish independence, American spiritualism, and new versus old money.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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This iteration was notably surreal, what with the goopy-faced woman, cartoonish DIY bomb, and witchcraft unlocking true love’s kiss.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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The movie follows Pastor Hélder, who, as his faith wanes, turns to witchcraft and sacrifice to reclaim it.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Jan. 2026
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Hedva’s practice cooks magic, necromancy, and divination together with mystical states of fury and ecstasy, and political states of solidarity and disintegration.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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Former Disney star Calum Worthy is trying his hand at digital necromancy — and a lot people aren't happy about it.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Nov. 2025
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Legendary status was initially bestowed on Dalglish in recognition of his wizardry with a ball at his feet.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Alcaraz needed to pull out some of his usual wizardry to beat Djokovic.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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With origins in voodooism in colonial Haiti, zombies have for decades served as a social allegory providing biting (ahem) commentary in the U.S.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2021
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Necromancy and woodland magic intertwine in Jenn Lyons’ (The Ruin of Kings) new standalone fantasy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Mar. 2026
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But chefs are just one half of the magic.—
Nora Heston Tarte,
Mercury News,
2 Mar. 2026
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