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
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.
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Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
Though no official explanations tie paranormal activity to any of the more than 200 deaths reported since 1994, the frequency and nature of fatal incidents have reinforced its haunted reputation.
—Jenna Dejong, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
Hudson is best known for playing paranormal exterminator Winston Zeddemore in 1984's Ghostbusters, its 1989 sequel, 2021's Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and 2024's Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 16 May 2025
The plot follows an unconventional partnership between a Taiwanese paranormal YouTuber and an Indian tech engineer who must join forces to combat a supernatural threat endangering both their worlds.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 May 2025
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Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
Though no official explanations tie paranormal activity to any of the more than 200 deaths reported since 1994, the frequency and nature of fatal incidents have reinforced its haunted reputation.
—Jenna Dejong, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
Hudson is best known for playing paranormal exterminator Winston Zeddemore in 1984's Ghostbusters, its 1989 sequel, 2021's Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and 2024's Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 16 May 2025
The plot follows an unconventional partnership between a Taiwanese paranormal YouTuber and an Indian tech engineer who must join forces to combat a supernatural threat endangering both their worlds.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paranormal
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With brilliant sound design and perfectly-dosed jump scares, first time director Kim Soo-jin blends real-life anxieties with stark, supernatural elements to create genuine tension that never lets go.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 June 2025
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There’s a lot going on with supernatural elements, topics of mental health and reincarnation.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
4 June 2025
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Shauna speaks with Jackie all the time, but this was sort of a new metaphysical space for the show.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Cage’s haunted delivery, contrasting powerfully with Knell’s anxious, terrified giggling, gives the scene a metaphysical kick.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
28 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 20 Jun. 2025.
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