otherworldly

Example Sentences

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Scott-Heron’s lunar criticism is not so much concerned with the otherworldly as a space for imagining the earthly impossible, but for assembling earthly sites of decolonization and liberation.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

The effect transforms ordinary sunrises and sunsets into vivid displays, with glowing horizons and skies rich in gold, amber, and burnt orange, sometimes giving the landscape an almost surreal, otherworldly feel.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

This show focuses on his photographs, taken with rapidly improving Polaroid technology, that document himself and his space and were often manipulated to create otherworldly images of his domestic life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 2026

But he’s also puckish – sylph-like and otherworldly, seductive and repellent, as likely to swaddle Sarah in her heart’s desire as he is to toss her into the belching, farting Bog of Eternal Stench.

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2026

The yard was otherworldly, smothered in unnatural darkness, shivering with sound.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand