miracle
noun
an effect or extraordinary event in the physical world that surpasses all known human or natural powers and is ascribed to a supernatural cause.
miracles
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pluralof miracle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Now Jurgen Klopp has been asked to work miracles for his country.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Asked how Reform would perform in local government he said: "We all know the finances of local councils are severely stretched - we are not promising miracles but we are promising value for money."
From BBC ● May 8, 2026
AFP journalists saw devotees deliberately puncturing their skin with glass shards attached to a small wooden paddle to ensure their bleeding during the ritual, a way to atone for sins and seek miracles from God.
From Barron's ● Apr. 3, 2026
The holiday “for the rest of us” was popularized by the show as a secular, noncommercial alternative to Christmas that also features an airing of grievances, feats of strength and Festivus miracles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 1, 2026
“I suppose you’re right. Now, let’s see if we can’t generate a few more miracles between the two of us and save some of these miserable people.”
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
