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as in magic
being or appearing to be under a magic spell
the gym was decorated to resemble a magical wonderland for the party
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as in miraculous
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
modern aviation must seem magical to someone who doesn't understand basic aeronautics
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as in mystic
having seemingly supernatural qualities or powers
the child prodigy's musical talent is so spectacular that it seems magical
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Recent Examples of magical
The book, per its synopsis, follows three women across generations, each affected by a magical ability.
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Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
After all, after a magical turnaround of a season, the only thing preventing another Charlottes Hornets play-in loss and early end-of-season was him — a third-option; a fade-away 3-pointer with a hand in his face; a ball and moment lingering in a collective imagination before soaring true.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The restaurant is undoubtedly a scene, and snagging a reservation here feels like a triumph, so everyone is looking to settle in, to be seen and to revel in one of Miami's most magical dining experiences right now.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
While the trees are softly illuminated from below, the flower beds and garden features are accented with lighting from above, a strategy undertaken by Apfelstadt to foster a magical, immersive ambiance.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
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Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
After all, after a magical turnaround of a season, the only thing preventing another Charlottes Hornets play-in loss and early end-of-season was him — a third-option; a fade-away 3-pointer with a hand in his face; a ball and moment lingering in a collective imagination before soaring true.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The restaurant is undoubtedly a scene, and snagging a reservation here feels like a triumph, so everyone is looking to settle in, to be seen and to revel in one of Miami's most magical dining experiences right now.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
While the trees are softly illuminated from below, the flower beds and garden features are accented with lighting from above, a strategy undertaken by Apfelstadt to foster a magical, immersive ambiance.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magical
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Jordan Clarkson calls it magic.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
19 Apr. 2026
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The broth the flautas are served in is magic, sipped straight from the bowl.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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The thousands of lives transformed by this miraculous, improbable place will carry its revolutionarily generative spirit forward for generations to come.—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Visitors are welcome to tour the church that houses what many believe is a miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2026
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The mystic chords that bind us together matter more than any policy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Mar. 2026
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Operating within those parameters, the mystic outlands trend extends to some of the world’s most mesmerizing corners.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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Long before the Miami glitter, another master showman arrived in Monterey, California—and would soon turn a glamorous hotel into an enchanted forest.—
Serena Turner,
Vanity Fair,
30 Mar. 2026
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Now, to add some context, this was only the second 70-point first half in the team’s enchanted season.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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Hysterical strength is when people exhibit superhuman abilities during life-and-death circumstances, and the most common example is when a mother lifts a car to rescue her child.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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That McHale can represent a voice of reason and still fall prey to the superhuman antics of ghost face is a breath of fresh air.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
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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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The trailer’s uncanny aura makes sense as soon as the Angel Studios logo appears.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
14 Apr. 2026
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Dion’s voice, phrasing, physicality and offbeat sense of humor with uncanny precision, but also her essence.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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The remarkable feat represents a big stride for China in its technological rivalry with the US, which has thus far boasted more sophisticated humanoid models.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
19 Apr. 2026
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Eventually, some investors reach a remarkable milestone.—
Steve Booren,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Magical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magical. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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