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a spy novel with a truly mind-bending plot
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Recent Examples of mind-bending
This reimagining of a niche Japanese Dreamcast game turns the simple game of squash into a mind-bending journey through space and time, thanks to hypnotic visuals and music.
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George Yang,
PC Magazine,
1 May 2026
Patio, air conditioning, dishwasher, outdoor shower, BBQ grill These days, Austin’s newest residential high-rises are probably making the Texan capital less weird, but this mind-bending bungalow is a throwback fighting the good fight.
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Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2026
The timing could not be better, as earlier this month a mind-bending survey of Duchamp’s masterworks opened at the Museum of Modern Art, a short walk away in Midtown.
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Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
24 Apr. 2026
This month offers a bouquet of delights for book lovers, among them an immersive true-crime tale, a speculative satire, a mind-bending study of space and time, and a witchy feminist fable.
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Hamilton Cain,
Time,
4 Apr. 2026
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George Yang,
PC Magazine,
1 May 2026
Patio, air conditioning, dishwasher, outdoor shower, BBQ grill These days, Austin’s newest residential high-rises are probably making the Texan capital less weird, but this mind-bending bungalow is a throwback fighting the good fight.
—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2026
The timing could not be better, as earlier this month a mind-bending survey of Duchamp’s masterworks opened at the Museum of Modern Art, a short walk away in Midtown.
—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
24 Apr. 2026
This month offers a bouquet of delights for book lovers, among them an immersive true-crime tale, a speculative satire, a mind-bending study of space and time, and a witchy feminist fable.
—
Hamilton Cain,
Time,
4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind-bending
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Alberto Carvalho, who has been under FBI investigation for four months, resigned Sunday night as leader of the nation’s second-largest school system, bringing a breathtaking end to one of the district’s most consequential and high-profile tenures.
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In his 18½ years at the Fed, Greenspan presided over a breathtaking surge in stock prices and a 10-year economic boom that began in March 1991.
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Not the most exciting half of soccer considering what else has gone on during the World Cup.
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Johnny is a former professional baseball player, which is exciting for Coop, who comes from a family of ball players.
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The relaxed fit offers plenty of comfort while the print keeps things visually interesting.
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An interesting analogy can be drawn to humanity’s relationship with animals.
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The compensation model is intriguing because major media companies are taking a two-track approach to AI, filing copyright infringement suits in some cases and striking content licensing deals with AI firms in others.
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His legacy in Philadelphia remains strong, making a potential All-Star return intriguing for fans.
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While most coverage has focused on the ecstatic celebrations, the thrilling comeback moments, and the historic significance of breaking a five-decade drought, a deeper narrative lies beneath the surface.
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Kape and Magomedov earned $100K Performance of the Night bonuses, while Oliveira and Fili took home Fight of the Night honors, underscoring a thrilling event.
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