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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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3
as in miracle
something extraordinary or surprising
the first clone was considered a sensation
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Recent Examples of sensation
Ador, a subsidiary of Hybe, the South Korean entertainment giant behind the global K-pop sensation BTS, denied the allegations and filed for an injunction in January to assert its position as the group’s management agency.
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Peter Guo, NBC news, 24 Mar. 2025
Only time will tell! ➤ NFL QB met up with JuJu Watkins after USC's March Madness win: USC Trojans sensation JuJu Watkins had a special guest watching her during USC's NCAA tournament win over UNC Greensboro.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2025
The global Puerto Rican sensation has teamed up with Calvin Klein for a sizzling new campaign published by both parties on Instagram, Monday (March 17), that’s already turning heads.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2025
Beaver rescue brings new life to animal sanctuary An elderly beaver named Agnes who was found badly injured and malnourished has become an unlikely social media sensation and financial savior for a struggling animal rescue in Indiana.
—David Begnaud, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2025
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Peter Guo, NBC news, 24 Mar. 2025
Only time will tell! ➤ NFL QB met up with JuJu Watkins after USC's March Madness win: USC Trojans sensation JuJu Watkins had a special guest watching her during USC's NCAA tournament win over UNC Greensboro.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2025
The global Puerto Rican sensation has teamed up with Calvin Klein for a sizzling new campaign published by both parties on Instagram, Monday (March 17), that’s already turning heads.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2025
Beaver rescue brings new life to animal sanctuary An elderly beaver named Agnes who was found badly injured and malnourished has become an unlikely social media sensation and financial savior for a struggling animal rescue in Indiana.
—David Begnaud, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensation
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For instance, Millennials are experiencing high rates of burnout, with studies indicating that a significant portion report feeling burned out in their jobs, often citing factors like financial pressures, career uncertainty, and the pressures of modern life.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
1 Apr. 2025
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These groups are a safe space to share your feelings with others with a similar diagnosis.—
Cathy Nelson,
Verywell Health,
1 Apr. 2025
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Hall started the company during the early 20th century postcard craze, originally operating out of a bookstore in Norfolk, Nebraska, with his brothers, William and Rollie.—
Monty Davis,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2025
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Those cautionary words didn’t keep direct-to-consumer genetic testing from becoming something of a craze, bolstered by publicity about celebrities responding to genetic indicators.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
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Don’t let the Shrek coloring fool you, this easy old-school recipe is proof of the magic of instant pudding and the miracle of boxed cake mix doctored up to taste a little better and more like homemade.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2025
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The small-town feel grew on them even as their family grew larger to include two children, and their careers placed them on much bigger stages.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
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The travertine enhances safety without compromising aesthetics and gives the home a monastic feel, covering nearly every wall of the house.—
Emma Reynolds,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The above petrochemical trend points to an interesting phenomenon: the future of oil is in petrochemicals.—
Simi Thambi,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Like just about every other shoe trend, there’s a divide.—
Marilú Almaguer,
Glamour,
4 Apr. 2025
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Even more amusing is the phenomenon of previously indifferent relatives suddenly remembering their deep and abiding affection for the deceased once an estate is at stake.—
Ashley Case,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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What's next: Reluctance to visit the U.S. this summer may not be a strictly Canadian phenomenon, with worries about political strife and detainment upon entry an increasingly popular theme on travel message boards and chat groups in recent weeks.—
Alex Fitzpatrick,
Axios,
31 Mar. 2025
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The 1960s ushered in debates about the constitutionality of the federal death penalty, due, in part, to a postwar sense of moral superiority.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
29 Mar. 2025
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For one, there’s often an initial intoxicating sense of familiarity that quickly devolves into chaos and drama, something akin to love-at-first-sight that suddenly shifts into leave-me-alone.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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The latests deaths included three residents of long-term care facilities in Dallas, as well as a Balch Springs man in his 20s and a Dallas man in his 60s.—
Dana Branham,
Dallas News,
30 Apr. 2020
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That equates to more than 45 million Americans using CBD products, based on latest available U.S. Census estimates.—
Brendan Bures,
chicagotribune.com,
2 Oct. 2019
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“Sensation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensation. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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