poltergeist

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Wrapped in white sheets, the singer transforms into a joyful poltergeist hopping on the bed, reminding me of the time that I jumped so hard on my bed, it broke.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2024

"It's a very sensible, senior teacher talking about this poltergeist activity," he says.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2023

Here’s what you should know about the mysterious rise and fall of the purported poltergeist.

From National Geographic • Sep. 19, 2023

Both have reportedly claimed that a Skinwalker ranch poltergeist followed them home.

From Scientific American • Jun. 27, 2023

Miguel thought it was a poltergeist, a sort of mischievous spirit that liked to play tricks on the living.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby