metaphysically
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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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
“Mentally, physically, spiritually, metaphysically, biologically, specifically, pacifically, Michael Ealy, Robert E. Lee, none of the Lees.”
From New York Times • Apr. 27, 2022
And metaphysically, he’s straying across the divide separating reality from myth — or so you’d judge from the vivacious skeleton figures who materialize periodically.
From Washington Post • Sep. 17, 2021
“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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