1
as in juicy
arousing a strong and usually superficial interest or emotional reaction
the sensational news story caused a stir, but after a few days everyone forgot about it
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as in sensory
of or relating to physical sensation or the senses
sensational hallucinations
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
this ice cream is sensational
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Recent Examples of sensational
Powell has pushed back against some of the most sensational claims of the renovations as exaggerated.
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Rafael Nam, NPR, 22 July 2025
Instead of a sensational re-creation of the tragic events that led to their arrests decades prior, the feature-length documentary explores remorse and asks how much time in prison is enough.
—John J. Lennon, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2025
The 6-foot-4 athlete was in transition all by herself and threw down a sensational dunk.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
There’s also plenty of options for serious relaxing and sensational dining.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
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Rafael Nam, NPR, 22 July 2025
Instead of a sensational re-creation of the tragic events that led to their arrests decades prior, the feature-length documentary explores remorse and asks how much time in prison is enough.
—John J. Lennon, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2025
The 6-foot-4 athlete was in transition all by herself and threw down a sensational dunk.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
There’s also plenty of options for serious relaxing and sensational dining.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensational
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This clifftop restaurant boasts colorful, California-cool decor and menu staples like a fresh beet salad and juicy hamburgers.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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The show’s like one of those sensory dancing-fruit videos, just with a bit more plot.—
Vulture Editors,
Vulture,
23 July 2025
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Where many artists have recently taken to expressing challenges with mental health in their music, BBM achieves something more sensory.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
23 July 2025
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One of the best examples is her novel Made for Love, perhaps better known as an HBO show starring the excellent Cristin Milioti.—
The Atlantic Culture Desk,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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Aloe vera is low-maintenance, making the houseplant an excellent option for beginner houseplant owners, who don’t have much time for excessive plant care.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2025
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All of the chunks were from the west side which was covered by colorful graffiti, and thus more likely to sell.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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As long as they're given full sun, these colorful flowers will cover fences and arbors with luscious, layered blooms in June and July, then again later in the summer.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
1 Aug. 2025
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The guiding thread across her work has been intimacy and elegance: like Home, her welcome reimagining of a contemporary art space which ran until 2023; her heartfelt personal photography; and Selasi’s sensual dresses and rakish tailoring in sumptuous, earth tones.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
30 July 2025
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Each season, the designer also finds inspiration in the swift pace of New York City, which lends itself to creating clothing that strays into sensual territory.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
25 July 2025
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Happy Birthday – and may every day be another wonderful secret.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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Brad Schmitt Hey there, new neighbors, and welcome back to our intro to Nashville and all the wonderful things the city has to offer you.—
Brad Schmitt,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Japanese sunscreens also offer a sensorial experience, often featuring a milky, lightweight texture that effortlessly melts into the skin.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
14 July 2025
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All of Tatcha’s products offer a luxurious, sensorial experience, which is why so many celebrities are obsessed with the brand.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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Cody Bellinger, a terrific defender, couldn’t find an Ernie Clement flyball in the lights in the sixth inning, which officially resulted in a one-out triple.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
24 July 2025
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This generates terrific tidal forces within the star that simultaneously squash it horizontally while stretching it vertically.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
23 July 2025
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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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