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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
Corona del Mar boys basketball coach Jason Simco, whose team beat Los Alamitos 78-77 in a sensational Sunset League game Monday, was impressed by the Los Al facility.
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Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026
The white oak and stained walnut variations make space for a light-blanched vibe or a woodier and more sensational approach, depending on your preference.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Combined with sensational media coverage and advocacy by special interests, such studies have led to ineffective or even harmful national health policies.
—Stephen B. Soumerai, STAT, 7 Jan. 2026
But Chambliss turned heads with his sensational performance in Ole Miss’ Sugar Bowl victory against Georgia.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
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Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026
The white oak and stained walnut variations make space for a light-blanched vibe or a woodier and more sensational approach, depending on your preference.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Combined with sensational media coverage and advocacy by special interests, such studies have led to ineffective or even harmful national health policies.
—Stephen B. Soumerai, STAT, 7 Jan. 2026
But Chambliss turned heads with his sensational performance in Ole Miss’ Sugar Bowl victory against Georgia.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensational
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Best known for her comedic runs on The Mindy Project and the Four Weddings and a Funeral series, Rittenhouse got her own juicy story with Lexy and His & Hers, including her first-ever on-camera death.—
Derek Lawrence,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Jan. 2026
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The Barbie wears pink noise-cancelling headphones designed to reduce sensory overload.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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The doll also was given articulated elbows and wrists to acknowledge stimming, hand flapping and other gestures that some autistic people use to process sensory information or to express excitement, according to Mattel.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
12 Jan. 2026
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And for mornings, Butchertown Grocery Bakery anchors the day with excellent pastries, especially the flaky biscuits, and local coffee—no reinvention necessary.—
Hannah Howard,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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Once again, marble and soapstone, cited above, are excellent alternatives that will stand the test of time despite constant wear and tear.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 2026
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The city’s colorful outdoor food markets lay abandoned—the usual smell of ripe papaya replaced by the stench of yesterday’s scraps, rotting in the heat.—
Armando Ledezma,
New Yorker,
14 Jan. 2026
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This colorful, high-energy show loved by preschoolers the world over is raising the curtain on its second season on January 30, 2026.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
14 Jan. 2026
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The two share a vampy, sexy, sensual stylistic code.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
4 Jan. 2026
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The result is eveningwear that feels sensual, refined and effortlessly modern.—
Alex Badia,
Footwear News,
31 Dec. 2025
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This has been a wonderful season.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Keep reading to discover all of the wonderful possibilities this tiny home unlocks, for just $9,800.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 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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Knours 2-in-1 Oil-to-Foam Cleanser Leave it to Knours 2-in-1 Oil-to-Foam Cleanser to give you multiple sensorial experiences in one wash.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
2 Dec. 2025
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Paired with Laduora’s 8Pepta Serum—a peptide-, hyaluronic-acid-, and niacinamide-rich formula included in the introductory kit—the routine becomes both targeted and sensorial.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
29 Nov. 2025
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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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