1
as in feeling
an indefinite physical response to a stimulus
we felt just the smallest sensation of warmth when we leaned against the radiator
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2
as in craze
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
the satirical video was a short-lived online sensation
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3
as in miracle
something extraordinary or surprising
the first clone was considered a sensation
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Recent Examples of sensation
Currently available in sizes ranging from XS to XL, this organic cotton sweatshirt provides a generous, relaxed fit that’ll channel the sensation of snuggling in your favorite blanket during your travels.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
The new science is causing not just a technological sensation, but also a cultural one, twanging a live wire in the popular mind.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
That same love was given to Paytas during her bows at curtain call and at the stage door after the show, where the internet sensation — who has amassed over 20 million fans and 2 billion views on YouTube — signed autographs and posed for photos with eager supporters.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
The mesh footwear trend is still going strong this fall — at least, according to internet sensation Alix Earle.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
The new science is causing not just a technological sensation, but also a cultural one, twanging a live wire in the popular mind.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
That same love was given to Paytas during her bows at curtain call and at the stage door after the show, where the internet sensation — who has amassed over 20 million fans and 2 billion views on YouTube — signed autographs and posed for photos with eager supporters.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
The mesh footwear trend is still going strong this fall — at least, according to internet sensation Alix Earle.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensation
Noun
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Some of our deepest feelings around money stem from our individual backgrounds.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Princess Eugenie and Beatrice aren’t keeping their feelings secret from their cousin.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
8 Nov. 2025
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The sneaker’s slim silhouette is incredibly on trend, as per the ongoing Adidas Samba and Puma Speedcat craze.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The kit targets those who subscribe to the matcha craze in more ritualistic ways than those simply ordering the aesthetic strawberry matcha lattes with cold foam tops.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 Nov. 2025
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On the inbound, Gary Payton found a cutting Fisher, who turned and heaved a miracle 18-footer at the buzzer, demoralizing the Spurs.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
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Roman encourages you to go off-script, root through your own cupboards, and make small, delicious miracles.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
11 Nov. 2025
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Before selecting final fits, the Universal Thread team tested a wide range of fabrics for stretch, recovery, hand-feel, performance and wash range.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
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In addition to choosing acceleration or range maximization, there are several settings for steering feel and response and suspension behavior.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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These trends will have immediate electoral consequences.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Other Indian cities with GCCs are seeing similar trends.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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What's more, a new phenomenon is taking shape.—
Daniel Gonzalez,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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There are myriad extraordinary animal phenomena in the natural world, from the running of the salmon to the months-long hibernation of bears.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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These swatches are arranged at different angles to create a sense of chaos, and the pom at the top of the bonnet is replicated as a lace attachment.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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If the coach decides to break that cycle, the Giants and their dynamic young quarterback should make all the sense in the world to him.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
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These latests features are designed for enterprises who want to integrate their AI technology with either existing Salesforce data or even their own data.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.—
Dana Branham,
Dallas News,
30 Apr. 2020
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“Sensation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensation. Accessed 25 Nov. 2025.
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