as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
there are rumors that the old deserted mansion is the site of paranormal activity
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Recent Examples of paranormal
Braver souls can take a special paranormal investigation tour with ghost-hunting equipment.
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Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
The house gained a reputation for being haunted after its owner reported paranormal experiences.
—Daphne Lemke, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
Among them is Glenn Nielan, a documentary filmmaker just out of the closet, who wants to film paranormal activities on the reservation.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2025
Fowler, a former practicing attorney, is a paranormal investigator and practicing psychic medium.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2025
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Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
The house gained a reputation for being haunted after its owner reported paranormal experiences.
—Daphne Lemke, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
Among them is Glenn Nielan, a documentary filmmaker just out of the closet, who wants to film paranormal activities on the reservation.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2025
Fowler, a former practicing attorney, is a paranormal investigator and practicing psychic medium.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paranormal
Adjective
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What’s interesting is supernatural activity spiked after the first nuclear reactors (assembled in Hyde Park) were buried in Red Gate Woods nearby.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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This psychological drama examines the aftermath of a boarding school suicide, with two students uncovering hidden truths through a supernatural possession element.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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In the 19th century, philosophers and poets dabbled with it in the pursuit of metaphysical insights.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Beelzebub, however, is nothing but evil incarnate, first appearing as a sort of metaphysical pollution—a writhing black oil-like glob suspended in midair.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
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Like Lynch, Coulson was an enthusiastic practitioner of transcendental meditation, which Green was also persuaded to try.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2025
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The collection was crafted using dreamy textiles including chiffon, organza and satin—essential in the creation of a transcendental atmosphere, with each look practically floating down the runway.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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