1
as in feelings
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 trends
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 miracles
something extraordinary or surprising
the first clone was considered a sensation
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Recent Examples of sensations
This is some of the baggage that accompanies the most shadowy of sensations – a truly biological, psychological, social, cultural, environmental phenomenon, all mashed together.
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Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
After courting controversy with their takes on Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez brothers, the pair are digging up one of the first true-crime sensations in America.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
Both involve profound sensations and potentially life-changing events; both reveal personality at its most feral and primal.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2025
Given any system, like a brain state, a theory should be able to map that to the set of all possible experiences — sensations, thoughts, etc.
—Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
The products became viral sensations on social media in 2024, with scenes of long lines of customers hoping for their chance to purchase the bags — and some even reselling them online for hundreds of dollars.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Attendance was slow at first, but as more renowned MCs began taking the stage, whether local sensations or established hitmakers, the Lyricist Lounge movement steadily blossomed.
—Ime Ekpo, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The vibrating portion can be worn face-down during a hand job—or even oral—to intensify the sensations.
—Gabrielle Kassel, Glamour, 11 Aug. 2025
The neurological symptoms of ciguatoxin poisoning can include feelings of tingling and numbness, reverse temperature sensations where hot objects feel cold and cold objects feel hot, and vivid nightmares, Chen said.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2025
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
After courting controversy with their takes on Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez brothers, the pair are digging up one of the first true-crime sensations in America.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025
Both involve profound sensations and potentially life-changing events; both reveal personality at its most feral and primal.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2025
Given any system, like a brain state, a theory should be able to map that to the set of all possible experiences — sensations, thoughts, etc.
—Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
The products became viral sensations on social media in 2024, with scenes of long lines of customers hoping for their chance to purchase the bags — and some even reselling them online for hundreds of dollars.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Attendance was slow at first, but as more renowned MCs began taking the stage, whether local sensations or established hitmakers, the Lyricist Lounge movement steadily blossomed.
—Ime Ekpo, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The vibrating portion can be worn face-down during a hand job—or even oral—to intensify the sensations.
—Gabrielle Kassel, Glamour, 11 Aug. 2025
The neurological symptoms of ciguatoxin poisoning can include feelings of tingling and numbness, reverse temperature sensations where hot objects feel cold and cold objects feel hot, and vivid nightmares, Chen said.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensations
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Decades of research show that fans have wider friendship networks, stronger feelings of belonging, and less alienation.—
Todd Rogers,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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The band recorded the final tracks live in a communal setting to contrast the initial feelings of seclusion.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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In a recent report from weight loss management platform Levity, cities were ranked by Google search trends for the medications based on how interested residents were in the drugs.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Khaite designer Catherine Holstein’s vision has always been less about trends and more about attitude, which comes through in the clothes that feel confident, modern, and a little undone in the most New York way possible.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
2 Sep. 2025
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Good on Iain for pulling out two miracles in one show.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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News spread that the fabric was believed to have once wrapped the body of Christ, and the Shroud was said to cause miracles.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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As South Florida swelters under a heat advisory that warns of feels-like temperatures of 108, thoughts turn to the coming long Labor Day weekend.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
27 Aug. 2025
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After decades of running at full capacity, pushing through feels natural.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Their shared enthusiasms are utterly sexless.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
6 Aug. 2025
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However, enjoying all these wonders won't come cheap, with the highest prices for gym memberships, movie tickets, public transportation and meals out.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Reconnecting with the beauty, awe and wonders of life within and around us informs our senses, perceptions, thoughts and actions as well as improving our well-being.—
Jessica DuLong,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Spectacular planet gatherings, eclipses, and Saturn’s opposition are among the many marvels on the horizon.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Sep. 2025
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More than 47 miles of trails feature quintessential Gozitan buildings, such as baroque churches and Punic-age ruins, as well as geological marvels like Wied il-Mielaħ and the deep-cut Għasri Valley.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
28 Aug. 2025
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But as the battle between the NWSL and WSL for the title of women’s soccer’s top league rages, Thompson’s move across the pond won’t be the last salvo fired.—
Molly Geary,
Sportico.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Expect the list of targets to get longer tomorrow night as one of the most vital shows on TV rages on like a pissed off Eric Cartman.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sensations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensations. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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