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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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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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as in miracle
something extraordinary or surprising
the first clone was considered a sensation
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Recent Examples of sensation
Two or three hours here can produce the increasingly rare sensation of temporarily forgetting about the internet.
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David Hochman, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Except that this year may be exceptional in that for the first time since becoming a publishing sensation, DC’s Absolute superheroes are getting the Funko treatment…as SDCC exclusives.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2026
For Collett, this was the fourth or fifth time seeing his own death scene, but the sensation doesn’t get old.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 22 June 2026
Embr Wave is a personal thermostat for your wrist that activates your thermal senses at the touch of a button through the use of precise cooling and warming sensations.
—ABC News, 22 June 2026
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David Hochman, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Except that this year may be exceptional in that for the first time since becoming a publishing sensation, DC’s Absolute superheroes are getting the Funko treatment…as SDCC exclusives.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2026
For Collett, this was the fourth or fifth time seeing his own death scene, but the sensation doesn’t get old.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 22 June 2026
Embr Wave is a personal thermostat for your wrist that activates your thermal senses at the touch of a button through the use of precise cooling and warming sensations.
—ABC News, 22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensation
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Butts said locals were already proud of what the city has become, but the World Cup has put the celebratory feelings over the top.—
Jack Flemming,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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It’s been 28 years since their last appearance, but the older fans remember the feeling of heady optimism, an occasional tease of excitement and then crushing disappointment.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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The corporate world's intense focus on sustainability reporting, a 2023 priority, has rapidly evaporated, replaced by the latest AI craze.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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The ranch craze is just one example of how international visitors have embraced American culture during the World Cup.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Before Camilo Doval performed a miracle Thursday night by providing the White Sox with an ever-so-rare victory at Yankee Stadium, the Yankees had gone 9-4 since Aaron Judge left the lineup with a stress fracture in his rib.—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2026
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Considering Trout missed 383 of the Angels’ 648 regular season games—playing in only 266 from 2021 to 2024 because of broken bones, soft tissue and knee injuries—the resurgence is somewhat of a miracle.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The Hedges’ redesign aims to balance contemporary comforts with historic character, offering a residential feel and hospitality for locals and visitors.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Sleek sandals will add a luxe feel while on-trend sneakers deliver an edgy, more casual vibe.—
Jennifer Hussein,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
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Sergeant Ashley Smith, a police officer of 16 years, published a TikTok video about the troubling criminal trend.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
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While complexion trends may be in their dewy era, there's still something to be said for a great powder foundation—especially on hot, sticky summer days.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
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In part, that must be put down to a push phenomenon of ever more talent coming onto the market.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Other Heliconius species also have impressively lengthy lives, enduring between 106 to 277 days, according to a study on the phenomenon published Tuesday in the journal Nature Communications.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Cancer season shifts your focus towards nurturing a felt sense of security.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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Starmer has vowed to fight any leadership contest, deepening the sense of crisis within the Labour Party.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
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The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Sensation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensation. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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