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as in extraordinary
being out of the ordinary
an editor with a preternatural sense of what will interest the book-buying public
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as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
an investigator of preternatural phenomena
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as in superhuman
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
a preternatural ability to predict how the stock market will perform
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Recent Examples of preternatural
Game predictions Fowler, thanks to his preternatural understanding of this franchise’s flows and ebbs, somehow stayed perfect after the Panthers’ shutout win last week.
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
Amid its farce, Ludlam’s play keeps an eye on the weight of a preternatural artistic gift.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
Through a mixture of internet sleuthing, preternatural good taste and a willingness to do whatever is necessary, Matthew quickly elevates his way to becoming a creative and emotional sounding board for Oliver — even as the singer’s entourage increasingly looks at him as a phony.
—William Earl, Variety, 22 Aug. 2025
With a five-octave vocal range, preternatural charm and a razor-sharp wit, Buckley’s extraordinary live performances at downtown clubs became the stuff of legend.
—Tony Gervino, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2025
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
Amid its farce, Ludlam’s play keeps an eye on the weight of a preternatural artistic gift.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
Through a mixture of internet sleuthing, preternatural good taste and a willingness to do whatever is necessary, Matthew quickly elevates his way to becoming a creative and emotional sounding board for Oliver — even as the singer’s entourage increasingly looks at him as a phony.
—William Earl, Variety, 22 Aug. 2025
With a five-octave vocal range, preternatural charm and a razor-sharp wit, Buckley’s extraordinary live performances at downtown clubs became the stuff of legend.
—Tony Gervino, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preternatural
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Beginning with 1982’s Conan the Barbarian, the decade gave him an extraordinary run, taking in action, sci-fi and even comedy, pairing with Danny DeVito for 1988’s Twins.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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Rather than find the extraordinary in their pasts to explain their crimes, he was forced to conclude that no such demonic forces or cataclysmic motives need exist.—
NPR,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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Yes, this territory has been visited many times in other ways, mainly contemporary such as The Exoricst, but to see this kind of horror in what is described as a genre-bending supernatural thriller is a new one for me.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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This came after director Ryan Coogler had asked her to work on his supernatural thriller, where Caton plays the son of a preacher.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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This creature’s strength is superhuman, which is unfortunate for anyone who happens to provoke him.—
Lindsey Bahr,
Boston Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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Moments that remind you that not every hero needs a cape or superhuman strength to uplift the world.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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This translation by Nancy Naomi Carlson preserves the rich musicality of the original French, as well as its frequent use of wordplay and often unusual word choice.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Ostrich Leather Recognizable by its distinctive quill pattern and supple texture, ostrich leather combines durability with an unusual kind of beauty.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 Nov. 2025
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The plot revolves around the original gang fighting new monsters and unraveling a paranormal mystery terrorizing their town.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Nov. 2025
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Though only a little over a decade old, The Conjuring is already considered by many horror fans to be one of the best paranormal films ever made.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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The Heeler family home is recreated in uncanny detail—from Bandit’s armchair to the backyard barbecue—with interactive games (led by a cheeky garden gnome named Rhonda), music, and secret nooks that delight kids and grown-ups.—
Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Working with rosters that were far from flawless, Bochy demonstrated an uncanny ability to push the right buttons and put players in positions to succeed.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
6 Nov. 2025
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Sephora‘s Dubai Mall flagship has long been buzzed about by brands as being the productive location in the world, underscoring the region’s exceptional consumer appetite for premium beauty products.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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In this way and in many others, Rosalía is exceptional.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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Dani Shapiro’s Signal Fires is a meditation on human connectedness that feels transcendental.—
Anna Bruno
September 19,
Literary Hub,
19 Sep. 2025
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Recently, the director picked up transcendental meditation — a famous practice of the late David Lynch — from her friend, Vera Drew.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Preternatural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preternatural. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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