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as in magic
being or appearing to be under a magic spell
the gym was decorated to resemble a magical wonderland for the party
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as in miraculous
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
modern aviation must seem magical to someone who doesn't understand basic aeronautics
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as in mystic
having seemingly supernatural qualities or powers
the child prodigy's musical talent is so spectacular that it seems magical
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Recent Examples of magical
If aesthetics matter as much as function, the Rise Single Hydroponic Garden doubles as modern furniture, like a magical flowering bookshelf that holds to 36 plants at a time.
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David Hochman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Curry swished in a magical heave at the end of the first half from beyond halfcourt, igniting a 40-14 run that swung the game.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
As detailed by Mattel Films, Masters of the Universe starts by introducing us to ten-year-old Prince Adam, a resident of the magical planet Eternia.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
This process continues until one movie receives that magical 50% and is deemed the winner.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
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David Hochman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Curry swished in a magical heave at the end of the first half from beyond halfcourt, igniting a 40-14 run that swung the game.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
As detailed by Mattel Films, Masters of the Universe starts by introducing us to ten-year-old Prince Adam, a resident of the magical planet Eternia.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
This process continues until one movie receives that magical 50% and is deemed the winner.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magical
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First off, the bulk of the trailer is Shrek and company scrolling through fantasy TikTok courtesy of the magic mirror, which shows dancing Shrek, shirtless Shrek and other nonsense, apparently posted by Pinocchio.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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There is no magic sodium number or threshold used to determine whether the amount of salt in a particular food contributes to hyper-palatability.—
Andrea Kane,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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Now, in order to help Ao Bing’s soul recover his tangible body, Ne Zha will have to hide his identity as a demon, overcome multiple obstacles to become an immortal, and obtain a miraculous elixir to aid his pal.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2025
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Over the past 50 years, medicine has made miraculous advances in treating leukemia and other cancers affecting kids, largely due to research supported by the National Institutes of Health.—
Benjamin Mazer,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2025
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Founded on the ethos of art as a form of mystic healing, the label reimagines the family heirloom—and invites its patrons to examine their relationship with objects.—
Nia Shumake,
Essence,
3 Feb. 2025
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Healy Lake members have long considered their dogs to be mystic companions, according to Combs.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
4 Dec. 2024
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Well, thanks to an enchanted photo booth, Noah (Adam Devine) is about to find out.—
Shannon Carlin,
TIME,
14 Feb. 2025
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The ground from which their enchanted garden grows, is trembling.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
10 Feb. 2025
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Cho’s answer was to tackle the concerto with superhuman precision, like a meticulous assassin leaving behind no evidence.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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His position that requires superhuman capacities for discernment, judgment, manipulation, and self-protection—capacities demanded and cultivated in smaller amounts in everyday citizens.—
Philip Tinari,
Artforum,
1 Mar. 2025
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Image In the past three Bridget Jones movies, our heroine (Renée Zellweger) has enjoyed a charmed life in which gorgeous men flock to her, despite her clumsiness and general ability to cause a scene.—
Shivani Gonzalez,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 2025
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The charmed relationship between Torrey Pines and the PGA Tour is in large part due to Woods, an 82-time winner and 15-time major champion.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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Daniels, who is 6'8 and enormously athletic, has already - at such a young age - found a way to bridge the two aspects, and combine them with his uncanny basketball IQ that takes into account timing, player tendencies, and anticipation.—
Morten Stig Jensen,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Like a chameleon, the 5-foot-6 senior has the uncanny ability to adapt to any opponent, game situation or even time of year.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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The very fact that there is a debate to be had about which country has the advantage in this war shows a remarkable inversion in expectation.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
5 Mar. 2025
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Bollywood has seen some remarkable box office performances for re-releases in the past few months and the romantic movie, Sanam Teri Kasam is the latest one to lead the race.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Magical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magical. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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