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as in feeling
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 craze
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 miracle
something extraordinary or surprising
the first clone was considered a sensation
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Recent Examples of sensation
Tobacco users start when peer sensitivity, sensation-seeking, impulsivity, and short time horizons shape decision-making.
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Katharine Silbaugh, STAT, 19 May 2026
As soon as the water rushed in, my brain short-circuited—there were too many sensations at once.
—Hannah Singleton, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
Two American nationals were arrested Sunday in Japan after one of them entered the monkey enclosure at a zoo where a baby macaque named Punch became a global internet sensation earlier this year, police said Monday.
—Frank Andrews, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The stage adaptation — directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli, with a book by Marco Pennette and an original score by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey — quickly became one of Broadway’s breakout sensations after opening in November 2024.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
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Katharine Silbaugh, STAT, 19 May 2026
As soon as the water rushed in, my brain short-circuited—there were too many sensations at once.
—Hannah Singleton, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
Two American nationals were arrested Sunday in Japan after one of them entered the monkey enclosure at a zoo where a baby macaque named Punch became a global internet sensation earlier this year, police said Monday.
—Frank Andrews, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The stage adaptation — directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli, with a book by Marco Pennette and an original score by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey — quickly became one of Broadway’s breakout sensations after opening in November 2024.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensation
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And at Matthieu Blazy’s debut for Chanel, emotion and feeling comes alive through a multitude of prints, textures, sculptural shapes, and color-blocking.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Now, fans spill from arenas into restaurants, bars, and city streets all year round, still dressed in team jerseys and united by the feeling that this moment is long overdue.—
Julia Viele,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
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The series also taps into the current craze of new-adult stories — that is, focused on characters in that stage of life between teen and full-fledged adulthood — many specifically set in the pressure-cooker environment that college and university settings naturally supply to make romance spark.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
22 May 2026
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But observers worry the island’s heavy reliance on computer chipmakers and other technology companies carries risk if the AI craze becomes a bubble.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
20 May 2026
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Her work explores healing from childhood trauma, perfectionism, motherhood, and the quiet synchronistic winks that guide us to the miracles awaiting us.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
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The farmer then slipped into a coma and only came out of it a few weeks later, with doctors calling him a miracle, per the BBC.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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For all its history and tradition, the Preakness was expected to have a different feel this year.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 May 2026
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The nightlife and dining service staff gave off a familial feel—like a big Jersey family.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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But presidential results are a useful lens because of their high turnout and ability to offer a clearer view of partisan trends than congressional elections, which can be highly influenced by incumbency.—
Ashley Wu,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The bow-pump trend has been popping up beyond Cannes, too.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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The Tribune adopted it in 1940, but Porter’s motto remained largely a regional phenomenon for four decades until CBS broadcaster Brent Musburger, a former Chicago newspaper reporter, began using it during the NCAA tournament in 1982.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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This hyperspecificity isn’t just a political phenomenon.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
22 May 2026
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That wouldn't have made sense if Rodgers weren't on the team.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
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What doesn’t make sense is why the same amenity is not available at the airport in West Palm Beach.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
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The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Sensation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensation. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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