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as in superhuman
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
the miraculous nature of the revelation
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
his miraculous escape from the burning building
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Recent Examples of miraculous
The Coast Guard, as is customary, sank the miraculous truck.
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Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
The Pornos were a slightly miraculous act of manifestation.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2026
The results, as Hawken put it, were miraculous.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 8 Apr. 2026
Each pea is a miraculous burst of freshness that can stand up to assertive flavors.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
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Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
The Pornos were a slightly miraculous act of manifestation.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2026
The results, as Hawken put it, were miraculous.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 8 Apr. 2026
Each pea is a miraculous burst of freshness that can stand up to assertive flavors.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for miraculous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for miraculous
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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It’s been wonderful over the five generations.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2026
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Bringing it back to America is wonderful.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2026
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As production started in earnest, the team behind the film said their film will blend the spirit of a road movie with the magical language characteristic of Coelho’s work.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Queens County Farm Museum’s annual Apple Blossom Carnival in April is magical.—
The Editors,
Curbed,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Considered Lisbon’s highest perch, this Graça hideaway, close to a stop for the fabled 28 tram, has amazing views of the castle just across the way, and the city and Tagus River beyond.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Apr. 2026
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Our on-set photographer is an amazing photographer.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Jaafar Jackson does bear an uncanny resemblance to his late uncle, and clearly knows how to replicate his signature moves, his physical fluidity, his beaming smile reserved for fans, animals, and hospital residents.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2026
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Juxtaposed to Colman Domingo’s blustering portrayal of Joe Jackson and Jaafar Jackson’s uncanny performance as his late uncle Michael, Long has found a way to make silence load-bearing.—
Zeba Blay,
SELF,
21 Apr. 2026
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That honour belongs to Messi, who scored an astonishing 73 times for Barcelona in 2011-12.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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What’s astonishing, though, is that at the birth of urban parkland, these refuges from urban chaos were designed with such enduring sophistication.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
14 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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While Survivor has plenty of surprising rules for contestants, socks are a small creature comfort that’s allowed.—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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This charming town on Lake Michigan has emerged as a surprising luxury hotspot, with 53 percent of listings now surpassing $1 million.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Miraculous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miraculous. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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