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as in wonderful
of the very best kind
an absolutely supernal performance of the concerto by a 16-year old prodigy
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as in celestial
of, relating to, or suggesting heaven
a couple enjoying the supernal joys of parenthood for the first time
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Recent Examples of supernal
Circling guitars and wafting synths are grounded by a resolute rhythm section and sweetened by Neil Halstead’s drowsy lead vocals alongside Rachel Goswell’s supernal harmonies, with the entire mix soaring and falling across the album’s eight melancholy and hopeful songs.
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Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2023
According to a Sanskrit text that may have been written as early as the first century B.C., the dharma, or the nature of reality, could be taught without sound or language, through perfume, whose nebulousness required supernal focus — the kind necessary to comprehend the universe.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 2021
The product is to be called Elixirent, a supernal energy drink.
—Dwight Garner, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2021
De Havilland was capable as few other actors have ever been of expressing a kind of supernal grace and guilelessness.
—Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Aug. 2020
But Thomas' supernal ability to craft trauma into narrative doesn't come without cost.
—Author: Britt Peterson, Anchorage Daily News, 31 July 2019
The idea of watching supernal figures battle it out is both fun and endlessly attractive, because everyone likes a spectacle, and the biggest spectacle of all comes from watching one irresistible alien force slam into another unmovable alien object.
—Lee Hutchinson, Ars Technica, 20 Nov. 2018
Great versus supernal Almost all buyers will be stepping up to the TPR from something less-good—less precise, less moddable, less solid, less well-built.
—Lee Hutchinson, Ars Technica, 23 Sep. 2018
The parallel with changing attitudes toward death and the afterlife is provocative: the point of greatest uncertainty suddenly transformed into supernal glory.
—BostonGlobe.com, 3 May 2018
Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2023
According to a Sanskrit text that may have been written as early as the first century B.C., the dharma, or the nature of reality, could be taught without sound or language, through perfume, whose nebulousness required supernal focus — the kind necessary to comprehend the universe.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 2021
The product is to be called Elixirent, a supernal energy drink.
—Dwight Garner, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2021
De Havilland was capable as few other actors have ever been of expressing a kind of supernal grace and guilelessness.
—Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Aug. 2020
But Thomas' supernal ability to craft trauma into narrative doesn't come without cost.
—Author: Britt Peterson, Anchorage Daily News, 31 July 2019
The idea of watching supernal figures battle it out is both fun and endlessly attractive, because everyone likes a spectacle, and the biggest spectacle of all comes from watching one irresistible alien force slam into another unmovable alien object.
—Lee Hutchinson, Ars Technica, 20 Nov. 2018
Great versus supernal Almost all buyers will be stepping up to the TPR from something less-good—less precise, less moddable, less solid, less well-built.
—Lee Hutchinson, Ars Technica, 23 Sep. 2018
The parallel with changing attitudes toward death and the afterlife is provocative: the point of greatest uncertainty suddenly transformed into supernal glory.
—BostonGlobe.com, 3 May 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supernal
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In a testament to the power of libraries creating a sense of community through programs, a patron shared a wonderful anecdote recently with our youth services librarian, Melissa Burke.Barbara D. Hathaway, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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It’s got wonderful culture, interesting history, amazing attractions and businesses.Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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This celestial synergy brings profound insights for a stronger connection to your inner self, Sagittarius.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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Upcoming celestial events The Northern Taurids are set to peak about a week later on November 11 and 12, and sky-gazers could see an increase in meteors blazing across the sky when both showers are active.Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
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The Beats Studio Pro headphones deliver premium sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and a sleek, durable design.Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024
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Later in the day, someone older or more experienced might have excellent advice for you.Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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For ultra luxury, the Château Saint-Martin is a heavenly retreat recently nominated for a number of awards, including France's Best Hotel Spa 2024.Alexandra Zagalsky, theweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Matthew Perry joins a heavenly chorus of pop stars—including Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury and Whitney Houston—as the greatest earners in the great beyond.Lisette Voytko-Best, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Standing soybeans, freshly cut corn, or any other crop with waist grain on the ground can be great.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The increase in net loss is due to the decrease in sales being greater than the decrease in operating expenses.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The crisp air and vibrant colors of the orchards create a beautiful backdrop for a leisurely day.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Replacing a drab sky with a beautiful one used to be a many-step process involving manual masking and layers.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Instead of continuing on to Pristine Camp, 14,800 feet high and the highlight of our trip, JSB was able to get my wife to the nearest hospital, provide an interpreter, and manage to get us to a lovely finca at a much lower altitude where my wife recovered in a beautiful setting.Kathleen Saxe, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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The Ravel makes several stops in idyllic medieval towns along the Rhône, including Avignon, Viviers, and Arles – the lovely Roman town where Vincent van Gogh created some of his most memorable work.James Rampton, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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This awesome product creates the perfect shelf to sleep on your side.Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024
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Hernandez won the 2024 All Star Home Run Derby, which was another sign of his awesome power and stamina.Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Supernal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supernal. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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