phenomenon

noun

fi-ˈnä-mə-ˌnän How to pronounce phenomenon (audio)
Definition of phenomenonnext
as in miracle
something extraordinary or surprising our jaws dropped when we saw this basketball phenomenon play for the first time

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Recent Examples of phenomenon The world created by Taylor Sheridan has become a global entertainment phenomenon following the airing of the original neo-Western saga. — David Hookstead Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026 In his way are his eternal rival Jonas Vingegaard, teenage French phenomenon Paul Seixas, 3,333km of tarmac, and over 54,000m of climbing. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 1 July 2026 Julia Gomez is a Trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers space phenomena, scientific studies and natural disasters. — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 1 July 2026 From historic plays like the Immaculate Reception to cultural phenomena such as NFL Films and fantasy football, the list vividly portrays the rich and diverse tapestry of American sports, underscoring its profound impact on the nation's culture. — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for phenomenon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for phenomenon
  1. miracle
  2. wonder
  3. marvel
Noun
  • The rescue was considered a small miracle cutting through a week of tragedy.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
  • The American productivity story is a miracle, and one worth continuing to perfect.
    — Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of miracle
Noun
  • For children, the backyard is a place of wonder, suitable for imaginative play of all types.
    — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 3 July 2026
  • These wonders can grow as strange, twisted bushes or as giant, spindly trees.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Definition of wonder
Noun
  • The seemingly simple soccer cleat has progressed from a chunky leather work boot worn in factories to a marvel of modern engineering made with advanced synthetic materials and composites.
    — Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 2 July 2026
  • This strategic evolution aims to transition Atlas from a high-cost marvel to a scalable, commercially viable solution.
    — John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of marvel

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