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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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as in excellent
of the very best kind
this ice cream is sensational
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Recent Examples of sensational
That includes a sensational game-winning goal in Game 3 of the Western Conference final against Colorado.
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Jesse Granger, New York Times, 2 June 2026
The all-day eatery Opera serves a sensational Sunday brunch, family-style Italian cuisine, and aperitivo on the terrace.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Historical novelists are often charged with disrespect and unseriousness, of ransacking the archives for sensational scenery to hang behind their conventional family sagas and love stories.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
The story of Eternal Values did not end, Smith noted, with an outcome as sensational as, say, Heaven’s Gate or Jonestown.
—Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 1 June 2026
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Jesse Granger, New York Times, 2 June 2026
The all-day eatery Opera serves a sensational Sunday brunch, family-style Italian cuisine, and aperitivo on the terrace.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Historical novelists are often charged with disrespect and unseriousness, of ransacking the archives for sensational scenery to hang behind their conventional family sagas and love stories.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
The story of Eternal Values did not end, Smith noted, with an outcome as sensational as, say, Heaven’s Gate or Jonestown.
—Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensational
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According to Rebecca Isa, some shades that feel instantly fresh and vacation-ready are bold turquoise, juicy red, vivid green, or bright yellow.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
28 May 2026
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Domingo and Fey are even better, achieving an honest rapport that too many other dynamics lack, while Kenney-Silver arguably gets the juiciest arc, filled with showy slapstick and a challenge unique to sitcoms but relatable outside of them.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
28 May 2026
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Since its debut on the scene in 2025 at 10 Corso Como, the pioneering sensory design platform has become distinguished for highlighting the unexpected possibilities that coalesce when creative minds in the olfactory, art and design fields unite.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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Other features of the project include a calm sensory space in a garden, an edible garden and design inspired by the wings of a dragonfly.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2026
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There are beautiful lake-side beaches and excellent trout fishing.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The jury, under the excellent presidency of Park Chan-wook, who was both generous and confident, had extremely varied and highly democratic debates.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Despite the colorful comparisons, Williams and Tsien based the museum’s shape on a visual of four hands coming together, promoting the idea that many hands shape a place, according to the center.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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This simple recipe uses red and yellow heirloom tomatoes for a colorful contrast.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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There's a sensual coo just waiting to whisper out of you this week, Sagittarius, so be sure to set aside some time for intimacy.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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The contemporary luxury womenswear brand includes structured pieces with statement cutouts aplenty in the sensual designs from Mizrahi.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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Delisle was fiery and wonderful, but the angel came later.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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The retro American bar—with its picture windows right on the river—is a wonderful spot for a glass of fizz or a vintage Negroni.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 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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What’s more, the product delivers a luxe sensorial experience and a bit of an afterglow.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
1 June 2026
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Round out the experience with a sensorial shower or a visit to the hammam.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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