poltergeists

plural of poltergeist

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Noun
  • Walking tour explores the controversies, feuds and spirits that still haunt the grounds of this river city.
    Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
  • The Nolet family has been perfecting the art of spirits since 1691, when the first copper still fired up in Schiedam, Holland.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • In Good Boy, Indy investigates strange noises and ghostly apparitions in the remote country house.
    Laura Martin, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
  • In winter, breath crystallizes in the air, and the animals resemble pale apparitions in an otherworldly landscape of snow and ice.
    Susan Portnoy, AFAR Media, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Yes, Sparks believes in ghosts.
    Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 12 Oct. 2025
  • Despite a few ghosts, Billy's has remained a popular spot, with pizzas and burgers being the go-to items on the menu.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
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