1
as in theoretical
dealing with or expressing a quality or idea
a work that deals with such metaphysical questions as the very nature of knowledge
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as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
belief in a metaphysical world beyond the one in which we live
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Recent Examples of metaphysical
The Hormone Monsters were soon joined by a full menagerie of metaphysical beings, from the Shame Wizard (David Thewlis) to the Depression Kitty (Jean Smart) to the Anxiety Mosquito (Maria Bamford).
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Alison Herman, Variety, 24 May 2025
Others will explore metaphysical, religious and spiritual ideas.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
One increasingly popular fusion in the metaphysical community is combining cannabis and tarot—a pairing that enhances introspection and intuitive insight.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
Founded by famed philosopher and author Manly P. Hall in 1934 — and built with architect Robert Stacy-Judd in 1935 — PRS was first intended to be a resource center and place of study for all things metaphysical.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Alison Herman, Variety, 24 May 2025
Others will explore metaphysical, religious and spiritual ideas.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
One increasingly popular fusion in the metaphysical community is combining cannabis and tarot—a pairing that enhances introspection and intuitive insight.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
Founded by famed philosopher and author Manly P. Hall in 1934 — and built with architect Robert Stacy-Judd in 1935 — PRS was first intended to be a resource center and place of study for all things metaphysical.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metaphysical
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The Athletic's Jim Bowden recently outlined a theoretical deal in which the Cardinals would trade Helsley, Arenado, and cash to the Detroit Tigers to land superstar prospect Kevin McGonigle.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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These frameworks are not theoretical, as they are based on real-world leadership challenges and offer actionable tools leaders can apply immediately.—
Tony Gambill,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Along with being experts in the martial arts, many of the competitors exhibit supernatural abilities.—
Michileen Martin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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An exhibition in Japan highlights supernatural spirits imbued with the fears and anxieties of everyday life.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
16 June 2025
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The experience blends Key West history with a hands-on paranormal investigation, plus time spent sitting face-to-face with the haunted doll.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
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This Conjuring film, like the others, is inspired by the real-life case files of paranormal investigators and couple, Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga).—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2025
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What High-Tact Leadership Looks Like Tact isn’t abstract.—
Justin Patton,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Advertisement Read More: Losing NOAA’s Natural Disaster Data Will Make Storms More Devastating for the Poor While these cuts may seem abstract or bureaucratic, their impact is personal.—
Kathy Baughman McLeod,
Time,
24 June 2025
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After decades of unleashing all sorts of brilliant, transcendental digs to people of all races and backgrounds, has Patti LuPone gone too far by doubling down on her feud with two prestigious actresses of color?—
Raven Smith,
Vogue,
28 May 2025
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Plus, the music is still transcendental across the board.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Serra is essentially a formalist in drama, by his choices of subject, which are matched by his conceptual approach to visual compositions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
24 June 2025
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And the vibes were somewhere between downtown book launch and conceptual prank, as On the Rag — L.A.’s buzzy new literary tabloid — celebrated its arrival at Night Gallery with a cigarette-clouded bash full of poetry, prose and potting soil.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2025
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Both happened to be born on the same day in 1995, adding to the mystical alignment of it all.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2025
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The original show’s premise dealt with a demonic invasion being thwarted by plucky heroes in mystical samurai armor, which worked sort of like power armor.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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This definition also includes instance in which the victim is incapable of giving consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (include due to the influence of drugs or alcohol) or because of age.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
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Without supervision or regulation, kids can easily stumble upon explicit material, including violent and extremist content, that can lead to mental distress, desensitization and a warped perception of the world around them.—
Richard Wistocki,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Metaphysical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metaphysical. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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