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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
May 29, 2025 Fox Sports MLB reporter Ken Rosenthal and fellow broadcaster Alanna Rizzo this week discussed Cameron’s sensational start to his career on the Fair Territory podcast.
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Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2025
After a sensational individual effort along the boards behind the Hurricanes’ net, Panthers center Aleksander Barkov found Carter Verhaeghe with a slick pass, and Verhaeghe buried the puck into the net and gave the Panthers a 4-3 lead.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 29 May 2025
Still, Bielefeld's performance this season is sensational.
—Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
Social media has introduced us to a different type of bait: Clickbait — provocative, sensational or emotionally appealing content in social media posts, headlines, videos and other platforms with the intent of luring clicks, shares or likes.
—Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2025
After a sensational individual effort along the boards behind the Hurricanes’ net, Panthers center Aleksander Barkov found Carter Verhaeghe with a slick pass, and Verhaeghe buried the puck into the net and gave the Panthers a 4-3 lead.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 29 May 2025
Still, Bielefeld's performance this season is sensational.
—Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
Social media has introduced us to a different type of bait: Clickbait — provocative, sensational or emotionally appealing content in social media posts, headlines, videos and other platforms with the intent of luring clicks, shares or likes.
—Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensational
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Southern Living contributor Rick Bragg says the recipe is actually very simple: squishy white brand, salt and pepper, generous smears of mayo, and slices of juicy tomatoes.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
8 June 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.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Rocking, hand-flapping or repeating sounds are types of stimming that can help neurodivergent people self-soothe or cope with sensory challenges.—
Pamela Furr,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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There are 15 ground-level activities and eight sensory play experiences for discovery.—
Phil Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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Robin will make an excellent addition to our great Kentucky State Senate Majority!—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Greenery also makes an excellent addition to a resortcore space.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2025
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Aurora borealis, commonly known as the northern lights, are colorful ribbons of light that weave across Earth's northern or southern polar regions, according to NASA.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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As the most colorful month of the year enters its third week, New York City continues to burst with opportunities to celebrate LGBTQ+ culture, creativity and resilience.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2025
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Our favorite is Santal a La Vida, which takes the popular woody scent to a creamy, serene space that contrasts with the spicy, sensual scents it’s normally used for.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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Leslie Bibb Leslie Bibb took inspiration from suited styling with a sensual spin, wearing a minidress constructed with blazer elements.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 June 2025
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The English cook and writer’s 2006 book is a heartfelt hymn for wonderful food and flavors, without hours spent toiling in the kitchen or overly formal settings.—
Hayley Maitland,
Vogue,
7 June 2025
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Into this mid-1980s maelstrom stepped the fanzines and a wonderful array of titles.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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However, growing up on Long Island gave him plenty of opportunities to expand into other cultural sensorial experiences, and further travel just intensified his deep desire to build a life on such olfactory pleasures.—
Cathrine Todd,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Through lessons in practical life tools, sensorial exercises, language arts, outdoor play, music and Spanish, students are challenged with directing their own time management, organization, and setting reasonable, responsible goals.—
Jose Bolanos,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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With no wind or other elements for the players to confront, both produced some terrific tennis for stretches.—
Howard Fendrich,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Esquivel didn’t allow an earned run in a terrific game-one performance against Lovejoy.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 June 2025
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“Sensational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensational. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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