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causing great emotional or mental stimulation
a spy novel with a truly mind-bending plot
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Recent Examples of mind-bending
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.
—Hamilton Cain, Time, 4 Apr. 2026
The artistic director, Massimiliano Gioni, has for years staged sprawling, mind-bending exhibitions inside a vault that choked them.
—Jerry Saltz, Curbed, 20 Mar. 2026
The 996 generation Porsche 911 was the first time the Turbo model offered an official droptop option, enabling the hat-wearing and un-bald to enjoy the car’s mind-bending performance al fresco.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
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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.
—Hamilton Cain, Time, 4 Apr. 2026
The artistic director, Massimiliano Gioni, has for years staged sprawling, mind-bending exhibitions inside a vault that choked them.
—Jerry Saltz, Curbed, 20 Mar. 2026
The 996 generation Porsche 911 was the first time the Turbo model offered an official droptop option, enabling the hat-wearing and un-bald to enjoy the car’s mind-bending performance al fresco.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind-bending
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River Bend Overlook A bend in the Little Missouri River gives this overlook its name, which also flaunts breathtaking, panoramic views of the North Unit's badlands.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
1 June 2026
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Astronauts on the International Space Station are usually immersed in groundbreaking science experiments or witnessing breathtaking cosmic sights – not showcasing their skills in the culinary arts.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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For a culture hit, there’s the contemporary Saatchi Gallery in Duke of York Square and the nearby Royal Court theatre, known for championing exciting, up-and-coming playwrights.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Experience magic as the aquarium comes alive with glowing corals and exciting live performances.—
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
2 June 2026
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The mini-bar had a decent selection of interesting snacks, and for coffee there’s a Nespresso machine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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The white, wavy detailing adds just enough contrast to feel fresh and interesting without sacrificing comfort or versatility.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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Always an intriguing mix, the guests would make good extras, of course.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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So the trade deadline could represent an early opportunity for the Mets to add intriguing major-league talent.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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Mainly, though, there was Lucas Paqueta, who provided a thrilling reminder of his quality.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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This restaurant, like so many recent high-profile openings, is part of the genuinely thrilling wave of South Asian restaurants arguing for regional precision, pushing back against decades of commodity Indian cuisine, the culture- and geography-flattening tikka masalas and garlic naans.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
31 May 2026
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