metaphysically
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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The space attracts a metaphysically minded, wellness-oriented community.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2025
For all of philosophers’ inquiries into metaphysically possible worlds, surely Barbie’s pink and plastic universe bears contemplation.
From Scientific American • Jul. 21, 2023
Also closing soon are two metaphysically moving exhibitions at Frye Art Museum.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 30, 2022
At one point, the metaphysically minded Reuel confesses that he longs to solve the mystery of “the whence and whither” of our earthly existence.
From Washington Post • Dec. 21, 2022
“Geographically, I am at the dinner table, Dad. And metaphysically, I’m just fine. You know—just a rough day at school thanks to small-town living.”
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
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