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as in paranormal
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
believes in ghosts, guardian angels, and other supernatural beings
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as in superhuman
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
he seems to read books with supernatural speed
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as in divine
of, relating to, or being God
believed he had a supernatural calling to join the ministry
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Recent Examples of supernatural
Katie Campione, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Like Stranger Things, The Boroughs features a supernatural mystery that is uncovered by a plucky group of underdogs—rather than teenagers, our heroes are a group of retirees who live in the titular retirement home.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Our two Yank interlopers spend some time puzzling over what that supernatural secret might be, before all is revealed in a burst of fantastical exposition toward the end of Act 1.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 27 May 2026
Journey to the West presents a fictionalized version of Xuanzang’s pilgrimage, reimagining him as the monk Tang Sanzang, who is accompanied by three supernatural disciples, including Sun Wukong.
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
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But, for as intriguing as all of those answers were, the driving force behind the episode was not very supernatural at all.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Like Stranger Things, The Boroughs features a supernatural mystery that is uncovered by a plucky group of underdogs—rather than teenagers, our heroes are a group of retirees who live in the titular retirement home.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Our two Yank interlopers spend some time puzzling over what that supernatural secret might be, before all is revealed in a burst of fantastical exposition toward the end of Act 1.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 27 May 2026
Journey to the West presents a fictionalized version of Xuanzang’s pilgrimage, reimagining him as the monk Tang Sanzang, who is accompanied by three supernatural disciples, including Sun Wukong.
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supernatural
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Make That Movie star Sam Campbell will offer views on the relationship of creativity to success, and comedian and actress Jess Knappett encourages Buxton to be more open-minded about the metaphysical and paranormal world to seem cooler.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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How to Disappear Completely follows Hazel, who — 20 years after her sister vanished following a strange paranormal encounter — remains haunted by grief and unsettling bouts of déjà vu.—
Shyla Watson,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Aurora is leading the charge with 200 superhuman truck drivers this year.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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The inaugural Enhanced Games promised superhuman performance.—
James Billot,
Washington Post,
28 May 2026
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The spa is pretty divine, and includes a European-style thalassotherapy spa.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Powerful religious leaders described the epidemic as divine punishment.—
Christina Ray Stanton,
Time,
2 June 2026
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Centered on Zhong Kui, the iconic demon-quelling deity of Chinese folklore, the family-friendly adventure follows a young human girl named Chujiu who accidentally enters the underworld.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 June 2026
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In many ways, Rue’s fate had long been sealed, thanks to both her own personal demons and her tense spot between DEA agents and the crime boss Alamo (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje).—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
1 June 2026
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But in Soni’s careful translation, the repetitions and subtle variation of Verma’s poems also achieve a haunting, transcendental resonance.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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Torn recently opened for transcendental drone purveyors Sunn O))), and longtime Sunn collaborator Randall Dunn produced imagine.—
Reed Jackson,
SPIN,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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But might Haaland or the ageless Messi go on a magical run?—
Greg Cote
June 4,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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On a blind date, his descriptions of magical griffins and burning deserts sound humiliatingly immature.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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Playing the rivalry at any other time would be an affront to all that’s good and holy.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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In such a distrustful environment, everything that should be pure or holy or human is crushed under the weight of a state only interested in its own self-perpetuation.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2026
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Blending Old World charm with modern hospitality, Pella offers an inviting escape steeped in culture, history and warm community spirit.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Originally from Long Island, New York, and shaped by 20 years in southern Arizona, her work examines the intersection of wild landscapes, small-town culture, and the spirit of adventure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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“Supernatural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernatural. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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