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 The real-life Judy and Tony, who both cameo in the film, picked up Ed and Lorraine's paranormal work after their retirement. Nick Romano, EW.com, 6 May 2025 Things get even more complicated when Yoon-gab’s possession by Gang Cheol prompts some paranormal surprises and romantic confusion. Joan MacDonald, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025 Some strange sightings in the neck of the woods, however, set a paranormal tone and a mystery to resolve that intertwines with each of the four main characters. Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 19 Apr. 2025 Coogler’s latest project draws on his Southern roots and family history to deliver a paranormal tale about two brothers who open a juke joint in their Mississippi hometown. Quincy Bowie, CNN Money, 18 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for paranormal
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  • Ghosting, a supernatural thriller written by Brian DeCubellis and K.S. Bruce and to be directed by Brian DeCubellis, which is now casting; and The Confidence Men, based on the book by Margalit Fox, whose screenplay was adapted by Jez Scharf (Bodkin), and which is currently targeting a director.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 May 2025
  • This supernatural short takes place in London in 1757 where a visionary writer locked in an insane asylum is targeted by the Devil to compose a specific poem that will allow him to lord over the Earth and its inhabitants.
    Jeff Spry, Space.com, 17 May 2025
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  • Her interest in mysteries and the occult began in the metaphysical section at her local Borders.
    Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 16 May 2025
  • In my adolescence, the fight turned emotional and metaphysical, mirroring the peaks and valleys of hormonal mood shifts.
    Carla Sosenko, Vogue, 8 May 2025
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  • Plus, the music is still transcendental across the board.
    David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
  • From transcendental meditation to online shopping, these are the pop star's must-haves for touring.
    KiMi Robinson, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2025

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“Paranormal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paranormal. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

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