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as in mundane
having to do with life on earth especially as opposed to that in heaven
the preacher warned that those who were interested only in carnal pursuits would not see the kingdom of heaven
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as in physical
of or relating to the human body
a missionary who tends to the carnal needs of the people as well as to their spiritual concerns
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as in sensual
pleasing to the physical senses
carnal attractions of that gambling mecca in the desert
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Recent Examples of carnal
Miranda, specifically, is in the middle of a three-month break from carnal knowledge.
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Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Translating carnal attraction, magnetism, and deepening desire, Ropion says the fragrance is ripe with a flower that refuses to go unnoticed: tuberose.
—Essence, 24 Apr. 2025
This opulent unisex scent made for both men and women marries lush oud with velvety rose—along with equally sumptuous honey and saffron—for a carnal love potion designed for those who aren’t afraid to stand out.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2025
As a chronicle of carnal awakening, Dying for Sex, created by Kim Rosenstock and Elizabeth Meriwether based on true events detailed in the Wondery podcast of the same title, is unapologetically horny and refreshingly open-minded.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2025
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Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Translating carnal attraction, magnetism, and deepening desire, Ropion says the fragrance is ripe with a flower that refuses to go unnoticed: tuberose.
—Essence, 24 Apr. 2025
This opulent unisex scent made for both men and women marries lush oud with velvety rose—along with equally sumptuous honey and saffron—for a carnal love potion designed for those who aren’t afraid to stand out.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2025
As a chronicle of carnal awakening, Dying for Sex, created by Kim Rosenstock and Elizabeth Meriwether based on true events detailed in the Wondery podcast of the same title, is unapologetically horny and refreshingly open-minded.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for carnal
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Other leaders showcased internal agent use cases that the company says will more efficiently accomplish mundane and repetitive tasks for store workers, corporate staff, Walmart software engineers, and brands and other companies that sell through Walmart’s physical and digital storefronts.—
Jason Del Rey,
Fortune,
24 July 2025
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There are also more mundane problems, such as young students using AI to cheat on their homework.—
Haisten Willis,
The Washington Examiner,
23 July 2025
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The brain disorder is caused by the accumulation of excessive cerebrospinal fluid in the brain’s ventricles, leading to a range of cognitive and physical problems, particularly issues with gait, coordination, and bladder control.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
21 July 2025
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Our goal should be to ensure children have access to technology that supports their learning, connection with friends, and fun, while also preventing excessive use that disrupts sleep or physical activity.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
21 July 2025
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The look featured a high slit, which once again added a sensual touch.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
17 July 2025
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For Summer 2025, Gomez is going for this flirty, sensual ’90s style—with some more contemporary modifications.—
Lorena Meouchi,
Vogue,
17 July 2025
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The film makes the prisoners’ civil-rights violations explicit as these vulnerable characters are dropped into legal and temporal limbo and are denied the right of due process, an ongoing conversation in light of recent deportations.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Vulture,
11 July 2025
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But there’s nothing average about MULA, and their new album, ETERNA, blasts these alchemic blends with darkwave, shattering temporal constructs of nostalgia and futurism with a tropi-goth sound for all seasons.—
Richard Villegas,
Rolling Stone,
7 July 2025
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Bautista-Reyes illegally entered the U.S. in 2021 during the Biden administration and was arrested by the Wayne Township, New Jersey, Police Department May 3 for aggravated assault, attempt to cause bodily injury, terroristic threats and possession of a weapon for unlawful purposes.—
Greg Norman,
FOXNews.com,
18 July 2025
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Brennecke is facing a felony charge, filed July 16 in Waukesha County Circuit Court before his arrest, of one count of hit-and-run causing great bodily harm.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
18 July 2025
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Unable to get actual lunar dust, the team bought lunar regolith simulant, a terrestrial material that is synthesized to approximate the chemical, mechanical, mineralogical and other properties of lunar dust.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
18 July 2025
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In astrology, it’s often believed that these signs are directly connected to terrestrial events and certain character traits, including intelligence.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
16 July 2025
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In 2022, the FDA Modernization Act 2.0 paved the way for alternatives to animal testing, and in December 2023, an NIH advisory committee made similar recommendations to develop non-animal methods.—
Rachel Fobar,
Vox,
14 May 2025
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Rendering is a process that transforms animal by-products, like leftover meat and fats...and yes, chicken feet, into usable materials, such as animal feed, fuel, and other industrial products.—
Phil Kafarakis,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The values of Superman’s earthly home extend to his heroics on an international stage.—
Samantha Baskind,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 July 2025
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With this caution in mind, what were St. Augustine’s views regarding earthly policy?—
Alejandro Antonio Chafuen,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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“Carnal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carnal. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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