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a spy novel with a truly mind-bending plot
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Recent Examples of mind-bending
From historic rocket launches to mind-bending space technology, SpaceX has revolutionized space travel.
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Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 July 2025
The resulting mysteries and their solutions only get more creative once the gang is back together, even dipping into theoretical science and thought experiments as the basis of his mind-bending stories.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 28 July 2025
And finally, Austin Psych Fest just released a mind-bending sonic adventure of a lineup featuring Yo La Tengo, Kim Gordon and bôa for their event at the Far Out Lounge in April.
—Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
And yet despite so many mind-bending developments happening daily, there’s something familiar about this moment, something surprisingly spiritual.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
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Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 July 2025
The resulting mysteries and their solutions only get more creative once the gang is back together, even dipping into theoretical science and thought experiments as the basis of his mind-bending stories.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 28 July 2025
And finally, Austin Psych Fest just released a mind-bending sonic adventure of a lineup featuring Yo La Tengo, Kim Gordon and bôa for their event at the Far Out Lounge in April.
—Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
And yet despite so many mind-bending developments happening daily, there’s something familiar about this moment, something surprisingly spiritual.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind-bending
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With its breathtaking views and uncompromising natural beauty, Aspen’s particular cultural phenomenon is its understanding that aesthetics are not ornamental but essential.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
5 Aug. 2025
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In warmer weather, accordion glass doors open to the outdoor patio with breathtaking views.—
Kinsey Giddick,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Aug. 2025
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While the audience may not have been up to par, Davidson's seating arrangement was very exciting.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Having a baby is such an exciting time, every time.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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However, his new costar Eddie Murphy had an interesting approach to sharing his wisdom.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Clarkson and Blackstock's divorce settlement made headlines in part for the inclusion of one interesting detail: their children's vaccination status.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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For millennials who recognize Snow from cult-classic teen comedies like 2006’s John Tucker Must Die and the Pitch Perfect franchise, her starring role as the self-destructive Sophie in The Hunting Wives is simultaneously nostalgic and intriguing.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
8 Aug. 2025
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Leagues Cup action returns on Thursday with an intriguing showdown, as the MLS side LA Galaxy takes on Liga MX team Santos Laguna.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Tune the channel to ABC at 4:30 p.m. ET on Sunday afternoon to catch a thrilling WNBA basketball contest between the Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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When a death happens close to home, the quartet get caught up in a thrilling and humorous whodunit.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Mind-bending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mind-bending. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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