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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
Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Ghosting, a supernatural thriller written by Brian DeCubellis and K.S. Bruce and to be directed by Brian DeCubellis, which is now casting; and
The Confidence Men, based on the book by Margalit Fox, whose screenplay was adapted by Jez Scharf (Bodkin), and which is currently targeting a director.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 May 2025
This supernatural short takes place in London in 1757 where a visionary writer locked in an insane asylum is targeted by the Devil to compose a specific poem that will allow him to lord over the Earth and its inhabitants.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 17 May 2025
Her investigation reveals forbidden rituals and buried wartime secrets connected to a sealed cave, with supernatural forces closing in around her.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 May 2025
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The fierce girl band aren't just a hit on stage but also off, protecting fans from ever-present supernatural danger.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Ghosting, a supernatural thriller written by Brian DeCubellis and K.S. Bruce and to be directed by Brian DeCubellis, which is now casting; and
The Confidence Men, based on the book by Margalit Fox, whose screenplay was adapted by Jez Scharf (Bodkin), and which is currently targeting a director.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 May 2025
This supernatural short takes place in London in 1757 where a visionary writer locked in an insane asylum is targeted by the Devil to compose a specific poem that will allow him to lord over the Earth and its inhabitants.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 17 May 2025
Her investigation reveals forbidden rituals and buried wartime secrets connected to a sealed cave, with supernatural forces closing in around her.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 May 2025
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Hudson is best known for playing paranormal exterminator Winston Zeddemore in 1984's Ghostbusters, its 1989 sequel, 2021's Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and 2024's Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
16 May 2025
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Though no official explanations tie paranormal activity to any of the more than 200 deaths reported since 1994, the frequency and nature of fatal incidents have reinforced its haunted reputation.—
Jenna deJong,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 May 2025
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Peter Dinklage plays the title role, a janitor who becomes a CEO-fighting vigilante after falling into toxic waste and transforming into a mutant with superhuman size and strength.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
16 May 2025
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Seriously, some of his recoveries seem superhuman, like film of prime Carl Lewis was spliced into the game tape.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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The 2024 Best of Beauty-winning Rosemary Hair Duo has our hearts for its breakage-reducing peptide and ceramide formula, plant proteins (from rice, jojoba, quinoa, potato, and pea, to be exact) married with one of the most divine scents available.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
25 May 2025
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In the Roman Catholic Church, popes have shown openness to evolution while insisting that the human soul is a divine creation.—
Peter Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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Together, the two men battle the forces of evil, each other, and their own demons on the path to salvation.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
27 May 2025
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Other days, some of the old demons on the forehand and the serve resurface.—
Corey Seymour,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Plus, the music is still transcendental across the board.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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From transcendental meditation to online shopping, these are the pop star's must-haves for touring.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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And just like in those films, the magical creatures steal the spotlight.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint were the first actors to play the magical roles, across eight films from 2001 to 2011.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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There is some irony that the lawmakers working on the bill with preliminary votes on both Saturday and Sunday, the Jewish Sabbath and the Christian Sabbath, violated the commandment to keep the Sabbath day holy.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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Below, shop the 13 best ceramide moisturizers recommended by experts, along with holy grail picks from Vogue editors themselves.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 May 2025
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The individuals bring a wealth of experience, insight, and passion to support the Y’s mission of strengthening the spirit, mind, and body of every individual in our community, the release said.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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Let this lunation guide you toward experiences that ignite your spirit!—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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“Supernatural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernatural. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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