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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
Doubs then had a sensational postseason with 10 receptions, 234 yards and two TDs in two games.
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Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This incentive pushes some creators to focus on more sensational content, rather than producing something accurate.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
The captain’s comeback was sensational, but now the real grind begins.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
Almost none of the incidents and memories that cut into Jay’s sense of self are dramatic or sensational in their own right.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
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Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This incentive pushes some creators to focus on more sensational content, rather than producing something accurate.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
The captain’s comeback was sensational, but now the real grind begins.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
Almost none of the incidents and memories that cut into Jay’s sense of self are dramatic or sensational in their own right.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
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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.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
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There are some mysteries and secrets here that look quite juicy.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Sierra Space is exploring how to design spacecraft for people who would never have been selected as astronauts in the past, including those with chronic illnesses or sensory impairments.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Sniffing fulfills a major part of a canine's sensory needs, one just as important as play and physical and mental exercise.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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Harry Dean Stanton is excellent.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Moisture recovery ranged from good to excellent, with morning relative humidity levels between 55% and 88%.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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This energy is released as light, producing the colorful displays seen in the night sky.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Grand Slam winners get a colorful Grand Slam Award sticker.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Sep. 2025
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Donna Summer passed away more than a decade ago in 2012, leaving behind an incredible legacy of upbeat dance music and sensual R&B-leaning tunes.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Interactions should be pleasant, sensual or charming.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
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For years, those on the radical left have compared wonderful Americans like Charlie to Nazis and the world’s worst mass murderers and criminals.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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Stargazing is a wonderful pursuit that appeals to both the casual and dedicated observer, but views outside of cities are often much clearer and brighter thanks to different levels of light pollution.—
Harry Bennett,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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In fact, achieving the right sensorial experience was the biggest formulation challenge.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The experience is also sensorial thanks to the notes of neroli, rose, and patchouli, handpicked by founder Tracee Ellis Ross.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
21 Aug. 2025
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As always, the iPhone takes terrific photos.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
17 Sep. 2025
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Now the Phils are desperate to keep the affable and articulate Ohio native, who has cultivated a reputation as a clubhouse leader and terrific teammate.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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