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sen•sa•tion•al
Pronunciation: (sen-sā'shu-nl), [key]—
adj.
1. producing or designed to produce a startling effect, strong reaction, intense interest, etc., esp. by exaggerated, superficial, or lurid elements:
a sensational novel.
2. extraordinarily good; conspicuously excellent; phenomenal:
a sensational quarterback.
3. of or pertaining to the senses or sensation.
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