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superhero

[soo-per-heer-oh] / ˈsu pərˌhɪər oʊ /
NOUN
one with extraordinary abilities; hero with magical powers
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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The series has been lauded for elevating the superhero genre while presenting as a gritty crime drama.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 14, 2026

Film fans have had plenty of chances to spot Glasgow on the big screen in recent years, from superhero blockbusters to futuristic sci-fi thrillers.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

Evans purchased the property two years after making his debut as Captain America and is understood to have utilized the gym while preparing for many of his appearances as the beloved Marvel superhero.

From MarketWatch Sep. 8, 2026

If all myths, including superhero stories, are meant to be allegories, then think of this episode as an expansion of a motto articulated in a 2013 episode of “Scandal.”

From Salon Aug. 31, 2026

It was a girl superhero, and Calista named her Art Girl.

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff

Or, if you prefer superheroes: HBO’s new show adapts DC’s Green Lantern comics, but the series offers more than just your typical superhero fare.

From Slate Aug. 31, 2026

Unlike so many other superheroes, Peter Parker is one of us.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

There is a chance Holland pops up with all the other superheroes in “Avengers: Doomsday,” out the same day, though his involvement hasn’t been confirmed.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

At the end of term, Dáibhin's school dedicated a day to him, with his classmates dressing up as superheroes in his honour.

From BBC Jun. 30, 2026

All her other friends are dressed as superheroes too.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée




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