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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
The next day, Cantrell felt a strange sensation in his chest while cycling with friends.
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Kerry Breen, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
Ever since OpenClaw rose to viral sensation, security professionals have warned of the dangers that come from an LLM—by its very nature unreliable and prone to the most basic of mistakes—gaining access to such a vast number of sensitive resources and acting autonomously.
—Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
While the sensation is shocking and a little painful, brain freezes won’t cause any actual harm.
—Julia Daye, Popular Science, 2 Apr. 2026
It has been said that singer-songwriter sensation Taylor Swift was named after the music icon James Taylor.
—Lisa Milbrand, Parents, 1 Apr. 2026
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Kerry Breen, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
Ever since OpenClaw rose to viral sensation, security professionals have warned of the dangers that come from an LLM—by its very nature unreliable and prone to the most basic of mistakes—gaining access to such a vast number of sensitive resources and acting autonomously.
—Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
While the sensation is shocking and a little painful, brain freezes won’t cause any actual harm.
—Julia Daye, Popular Science, 2 Apr. 2026
It has been said that singer-songwriter sensation Taylor Swift was named after the music icon James Taylor.
—Lisa Milbrand, Parents, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensation
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Hypothetically, what would be your feeling about stepping into that character again should the opportunity present itself?—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2026
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Generally, feelings of burnout should be received as a cue to slow down, to rest, to reconnect with one’s community and to refill one’s heart with beauty and inspiration.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2026
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This event, though, is for kids who can't get enough of the latest K-Pop craze.—
Kristine Sorensen,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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In the wake of the rightward trend that set in after the aggressively accessible bro-country craze of the 2010s, more and more performers would like to be widely accommodating and vaguely uncategorizable.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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Consider the chain of contingencies that had to align, and the child’s existence can feel like a miracle.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander combined to score 15 points in the last 73 seconds of this MVP referendum, which ended with a Denver miracle wiped out.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2026
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The footbed molds to your foot over time for a more personalized feel, and unlike most slides, the adjustable straps allow for a customized fit.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Apr. 2026
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This one-of-a-kind Feather Brooch, for example, is built on titanium in varying hues for a gossamer feel.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
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The on-trend ballerina sneaker has a laceless exterior and slip-on velcro closure.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
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This week’s wellness trends highlight what’s worth your attention and what may not live up to the hype.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
13 Apr. 2026
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What began as a grungy early 2000s desert fest has since evolved into a high-end global cultural phenomenon.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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While the initial move into smartphones posed a risk to Apple's device margins, the gamble paid off through what would become a massive industry-altering phenomenon.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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The story is something of a palimpsest, with Romvari’s own perspective intertwining with the character’s and conveying a sense of being both inside and outside the action.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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What’s left is a false sense of urgency that will lead to a budget finalized mostly in the dark, with too many decisions made by staffers and lobbyists.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 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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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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“Sensation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensation. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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