Definition of sensationalnext
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as in juicy
arousing a strong and usually superficial interest or emotional reaction the sensational news story caused a stir, but after a few days everyone forgot about it

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as in sensory
of or relating to physical sensation or the senses sensational hallucinations

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Recent Examples of sensational The sensational international rescue of the famously sentient creatures, replete with colossal cargo planes, huge crates and Shedd staffers working in the dead of night to transport and care for the whales, must have looked made for social media. — Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2026 The Bulldogs’ sensational sophomore setter, Kohen Cazmierczak (106 assists), earned all-tourney honors as did Winter Park junior Ellie Rodriguez. — Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Sep. 2026 All were sensational players who managed to shut out the noise and put up tremendous numbers. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026 Andie is hard-charging and eager to make the show as sensational as possible—but according to Bicks, who worked closely with Keller, the show didn’t actually pressure anyone on the crew to push boundaries. — Samantha Bergeson, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sensational
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensational
Adjective
  • The Game credits the genre’s lackluster showing lately to a modern disconnect from the generation of rap he was raised in where titans sparred in collaboration and juicy remixes ruled.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026
  • With delectable top notes of juicy peach nectar and pillowy marshmallow, the fragrance blends with sweet rice milk and vanilla bean to create a creamy dessert-like finish.
    — Vivien Lee, InStyle, 3 Oct. 2026
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  • Incense and the smell of libations (ceremonial liquids) added yet another sensory dimension.
    — Jacqueline Ortoleva, Scientific American, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The film’s soundscape, created with sound artist and musician Scott Gailey, adds another key sensory layer.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026
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  • There’s an excellent Anantara Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center onsite, but the highlight of the property is its 60-foot-long oceanfront infinity pool, which overlooks the entire expanse of Stone Town beach.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Mikey Madison is excellent as a whistleblower driven by love, not spite.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
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  • Propped up against them were colorful large-scale oil paintings of orbs floating against blurry color fields.
    — Ryan Sullivan, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
  • In colorful illustrations that are just as energetic and immersive as the text, Aaron Marin pulls the whole adventure together.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • Mosaku’s dress was formfitting and merged timeless elegance with a scintillating, sensual appeal by contemporary standards.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Printing, embroidery and sequins gave the surfaces depth, though their richness sometimes competed with the sensual draping that is one of Tron’s strengths.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
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  • There is a wonderful museum in the park that interactively showcases the landscape and cultural history of the Chacabuco Valley as well as this part of the region's ecological loss and path to recovery.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Howell and Sloyan are quite wonderful in these moments, and Howell is exceptional throughout.
    — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
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  • There was more screaming and yelling for people who wanted to get a ventilator available in their home.
    — Chris Lee, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2021
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  • Flamingo Estate as a brand is lush, sensorial, and well-designed; its collaborations—like a jam with Pamela Anderson—bring pop culture into horticulture.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Perfumers working with Maison Crivelli are sent a mood board, including photos, videos, oral descriptions of people met, music heard and food tasted — varied sensorial components that describe an adventure Thibaud Crivelli has had.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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