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sensational

[sen-sey-shuh-nl] / sɛnˈseɪ ʃə nl /




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Williams had said the chance to play in front of her children was the driving force behind her sensational return and she provided a memorable moment for them.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

It is a situation JPMorgan Chase JPM -0.70%decrease; red down pointing triangle found itself in weeks before a former banker filed a lawsuit filled with sensational accusations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

American Cameron Young carded the lowest round of the day, a sensational eight-under 63, to sit alone in third at 12 under.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The production, full of sensational aerial maneuvers and fog-strewn scenic thrills, is mesmerizing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The media, it turned out, was far more interested in a bit of HeLa- related news that was almost as sensational as Alexis Carrel’s immortal chicken heart.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot




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