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Recent Examples of suspenseful
Things like responding to stressful work emails or watching suspenseful shows can also keep your brain going.
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Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
Among moments of dubious dubbing and peculiar acting, the film delivers some genuinely suspenseful sequences, and Juan Mariné's cinematography is colorful and well-polished.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Jan. 2026
As seen in a black-and-white teaser for Squarespace’s 12th Super Bowl appearance, titled Unavailable, Stone is breathing heavily with tears forming in her eyes before the camera pans to a suspenseful shot of a mysterious building sitting atop a small island.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
Advertisement The imprisonment and death of Aldo Moro There is a lot of ambiguity and speculation around the abduction and death of Aldo Moro, which lets The Big Fake turn conspiracy into suspenseful drama that keeps Toni close to the epicenter of the kidnapping.
—Rory Doherty, Time, 26 Jan. 2026
Thanks to this backdrop, Friday’s BOJ meeting was the least suspenseful in ages.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
It’s made all the more suspenseful for its lead characters’ honest and realistic antics.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2026
Here are three new suspenseful books set in the South for your winter reading consideration.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 11 Jan. 2026
While the first film featured a relatively original premise and some genuine emotional dynamics in its suspenseful situations, this one just feels rote.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 10 Jan. 2026
Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
Among moments of dubious dubbing and peculiar acting, the film delivers some genuinely suspenseful sequences, and Juan Mariné's cinematography is colorful and well-polished.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Jan. 2026
As seen in a black-and-white teaser for Squarespace’s 12th Super Bowl appearance, titled Unavailable, Stone is breathing heavily with tears forming in her eyes before the camera pans to a suspenseful shot of a mysterious building sitting atop a small island.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
Advertisement The imprisonment and death of Aldo Moro There is a lot of ambiguity and speculation around the abduction and death of Aldo Moro, which lets The Big Fake turn conspiracy into suspenseful drama that keeps Toni close to the epicenter of the kidnapping.
—Rory Doherty, Time, 26 Jan. 2026
Thanks to this backdrop, Friday’s BOJ meeting was the least suspenseful in ages.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
It’s made all the more suspenseful for its lead characters’ honest and realistic antics.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2026
Here are three new suspenseful books set in the South for your winter reading consideration.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 11 Jan. 2026
While the first film featured a relatively original premise and some genuine emotional dynamics in its suspenseful situations, this one just feels rote.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspenseful
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The answer is no, and while Spurs are arguably putting forth the most enthralling case, Sunday was a critical reminder that work remains to be done.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man ever to complete a career grand slam on Sunday, adding the Australian Open title to his trophy cabinet after defeating Novak Djokovic in an enthralling men’s final.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
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The result is an engrossing work of science fiction, particularly captivating for its apparent realism.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
19 Feb. 2026
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His curiosity was inexhaustible, finding as much engrossing about adolescence (High School) as old age (Near Death).—
Tim Grierson,
Rolling Stone,
16 Feb. 2026
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The game is a rematch of last year’s riveting 4 Nations Face-Off final between the neighboring countries, which Canada won 3-2 on Connor McDavid’s overtime goal.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
21 Feb. 2026
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These moments are riveting and emotional.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
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Raglan is a charming surf town on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island where the vibes are laidback and friendly.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
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There are also charming men, if that’s your thing.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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People in Hollywood saw something in her that was captivating, and with the help of Ledger, her career began to take off.—
Tracy Smith,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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The original film tells a captivating and fragmented story of Mexico City’s underbelly, exploring the harsh realities of the underworld through three interlocking narratives of hope, betrayal, and revenge.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2026
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And the new accommodation will be housed in the former Whiteleys building, one of London’s first department stores—an intriguing area in the city, one that’s been undergoing a revitalization as of late in efforts to turn it into a prime luxury locale just above Hyde Park.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Rangers have added an intriguing teenage left-hander from the Dominican Republic to their haul of international signings for the year.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Feb. 2026
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The land of sorcerers, dragons and savagery played out across eight gripping series, drawing millions of viewers into the fictional worlds of Westeros, Essos, and beyond.—
Connor Sturges,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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His gripping performance as a man who is brutally interrogated by two police officers was debated in the House of Commons.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2026
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Those are interesting, detailed questions.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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But with a gritty performance and one decisive shot, the Bruins rewrote their story, capping an interesting chapter in their illustrious history.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Suspenseful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspenseful. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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