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as in feelings
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 trends
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 miracles
something extraordinary or surprising
the first clone was considered a sensation
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Recent Examples of sensations
Both Heated Rivalry and Off Campus are romances that started off under the radar before becoming instant sensations, catapulting their stars to a new level of celebrity.
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Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 22 May 2026
In an electric hypercar, such performance is easily accessible and utterly smooth, no sturm und drang, no sounds and sensations of the powertrain right at the edge of maximum capability.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 20 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
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
Buda Mendes / Getty Images Madonna, Shakira and K-pop sensations BTS will headline the first-ever halftime show at a FIFA World Cup final, organizers said.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 14 May 2026
Disney‘s annual upfront presentation to advertisers in New York on Tuesday kicked off with some high-energy antics (and singing) courtesy of the viral sensations the Savannah Bananas.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 12 May 2026
Weather used to be one of the most consistent patterns of this planet, and therefore a daily opportunity to notice the changing sensations of one’s physical body.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
This easy potluck salad appeals to all the flavor sensations with hot poblano peppers, cool avocado, crispy chicken strips, and cream cheese.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 May 2026
Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 22 May 2026
In an electric hypercar, such performance is easily accessible and utterly smooth, no sturm und drang, no sounds and sensations of the powertrain right at the edge of maximum capability.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 20 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
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
Buda Mendes / Getty Images Madonna, Shakira and K-pop sensations BTS will headline the first-ever halftime show at a FIFA World Cup final, organizers said.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 14 May 2026
Disney‘s annual upfront presentation to advertisers in New York on Tuesday kicked off with some high-energy antics (and singing) courtesy of the viral sensations the Savannah Bananas.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 12 May 2026
Weather used to be one of the most consistent patterns of this planet, and therefore a daily opportunity to notice the changing sensations of one’s physical body.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
This easy potluck salad appeals to all the flavor sensations with hot poblano peppers, cool avocado, crispy chicken strips, and cream cheese.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensations
Noun
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That hormones shape our moods and feelings, wire our brains and guide numerous, diverse processes throughout the body means that the practice of endocrinology is not based around any particular organ.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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This story from breaking news reporter Marlene Lenthang examines the feelings of Latino vendors in and around SoFi Stadium in Inglewood amid the possibility of ICE agents working games — a gamble between their safety and a potentially lucrative payday.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Despite criticism that zero income taxes only benefit high-earners, the Sunshine State’s booming economy and positive migration trends are evidence that such policies merit careful consideration by policymakers nationwide.—
Nicole Huyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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The Adequate and Equitable Public University Funding Formula (HB1581) could help reverse these troubling trends by increasing support for public universities, making higher education more accessible for students of all backgrounds — not just those who have more resources.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 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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Within a century, she’d been credited with miracles.—
Franklin Leonard,
Vanity Fair,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The feels-like temperatures will be in the upper 90s and triple-digits.—
Lissette Gonzalez,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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When time with her feels threatened, even well-meaning offers can land the wrong way.—
Jann Blackstone,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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The movie thus offers a complaint about the end results of Putinism, not about the ideas—the emotions, the enthusiasms, the resentments, the hatreds—that brought it about.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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Urie plays Monty Blakemont III, a dashing art connoisseur and philanthropist, whose enthusiasms are genuine though his financial resources are suspect.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Interested in exploring the wonders of the lunar surface for yourself?—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
19 May 2026
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Tristructural isotropic particle fuel, better known as TRISO fuel, could work wonders here.—
Robin George Andrews,
Scientific American,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Unlike many wellness crazes, fiber is actually a legitimate one that nutrition experts support.—
Catherine Ho,
San Francisco Chronicle,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Later, Jeff Train marvels at the teens' planning acumen.—
Natalie Escobar,
NPR,
12 May 2026
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Nowadays, thanks to the marvels of modern technology, most of us have easy access to the luxury of ice, and this component has simply been replaced with a good shake.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
12 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Sensations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensations. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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