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as in sorcery
the power to control natural forces through supernatural means
he claimed that he could summon a storm through magic
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as in deception
the art or skill of performing tricks or illusions for entertainment
hired an entertainer to perform magic for their child's 10th birthday party
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as in charm
the power of irresistible attraction
a leader so charismatic that his appeal was like magic
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as in enchanted
being or appearing to be under a magic spell
a magic castle in which even the furniture comes to life
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as in magical
having seemingly supernatural qualities or powers
truth seekers of all sorts seem to be attracted to this magic spot in the desert
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Recent Examples of magic
Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
That’s the magic of the central limit theorem.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
Ryan Brennan
march 10, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
While there aren’t any magic fixes, these eating patterns, over time, may help.
—Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 10 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Dunne posted a video to her TikTok page, showing herself nervously watching Skenes work his magic.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
That’s the magic of the central limit theorem.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The film would feature magic, creatures and heavy use of special effects.
—Ryan Brennan
march 10, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
While there aren’t any magic fixes, these eating patterns, over time, may help.
—Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magic
Noun
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The sword-and-sorcery title grossed over $68M worldwide, coming to be appreciated as a cult classic, and spawned the sequel Conan the Destroyer (1984).—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
9 Mar. 2026
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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
Noun
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Investigators say Ford used a two-part deception.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Staff,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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But then there’s another wrinkle that Holmes is throwing at batters that could really ramp up the deception.—
Eno Sarris,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Look no further than this two-story renovated machiya that masterfully blends old-school charm with modern, functional design.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Vogue,
12 Mar. 2026
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With its homey Appalachian charm and affordable accommodations, Gatlinburg remains a beloved gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Her enchanted world feels hotter and darker on A Rush to Nowhere.—
Stephen Kearse,
Pitchfork,
11 Mar. 2026
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The inner beauty theme inspires this classic story that follows Belle, who sets out to find her father but ends up in the adventure of a lifetime in an enchanted castle with a mysterious beast.—
Karen Cicero,
Parents,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Between exorcisms and moments of daily life, a universe is revealed where a complex balance exists between the magical and the earthly.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
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While the main character shares some similarities with Thom, the novel translates these experiences into a magical world that refuses to remain in one genre.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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She was regarded as the female Christ by her followers but accused of witchcraft by outsiders.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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Pay multiple people from the crafts site Etsy to perform tarot readings, lift any existing curses and otherwise engage in witchcraft.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Higher rates tend to increase the relative appeal of yielding assets such as government bonds versus non-yielding precious metals like gold.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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The city didn't want to pay, and won its appeal for a new trial, but since then new evidence has surfaced – allegations of a coverup – according to the family's attorney, Lance Northcutt.—
Dave Savini,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Brisighella is a charmed village on a Romagnol hillside whose medieval buildings are painted in muted shades of yellows and pinks.—
Erin Florio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Leodis Jackson leads a charmed little life.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Magic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magic. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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