as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
there are rumors that the old deserted mansion is the site of paranormal activity
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Recent Examples of paranormal
On hand are four paranormal investigators intent to solve the mysterious disappearance of a family from a manor where something otherworldly has taken place.
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The New York Times, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Donna and her roommate, Angie, noticed weird paranormal activity happening around the apartment, which began to escalate.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Back to the Oldest House For those who haven’t played any of Remedy’s previous games, the FBC stands for the Federal Bureau of Control, and is a clandestine U.S. government organization that’s responsible for handling paranormal phenomenon.
—Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2025
Books are spread across several sub-genres like small-town romance, steamy romance, romantic comedy, fantasy romance, paranormal romance, science fiction, historical romance, sports romance, and so on.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
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The New York Times, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Donna and her roommate, Angie, noticed weird paranormal activity happening around the apartment, which began to escalate.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Back to the Oldest House For those who haven’t played any of Remedy’s previous games, the FBC stands for the Federal Bureau of Control, and is a clandestine U.S. government organization that’s responsible for handling paranormal phenomenon.
—Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2025
Books are spread across several sub-genres like small-town romance, steamy romance, romantic comedy, fantasy romance, paranormal romance, science fiction, historical romance, sports romance, and so on.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paranormal
Adjective
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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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The coven of The Craft (1996) Careful around this cult classic's supernatural crew!—
EW.com,
EW.com,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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And that was the metaphysical American transformation of news into entertainment.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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The Foundation Of Strategic Thinking The Vedas scriptures do not only dwell on metaphysical concepts but also emphasize the principles of truth, cosmic order and sacrifice for the collective good.—
Pankaj Vasani,
Forbes.com,
14 May 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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“Paranormal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paranormal. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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