In their smash hit Paint it Black (1966), the English rock band known as The Rolling Stones recorded a song that would gain worldwide fame and recognition. The lyrics of the song prominently feature references to colors, coloration modifiers, and visual sense perception. The repeated use of words and phrases related to physical sense perception emphasizes the Sensation attribute.

In season 1, episode 4 of the hit Netflix series Wednesday, the Addams teenager is shown dancing like she means it at her school's function.

In the vintage movie Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), Lorelei Lee is confronted by her partner's father and accused of chasing the son's money. Quickly, Lorelei takes control of the situation and persuades the older man that wanting a woman who looks beautiful is no different than wanting a man who has means. Lorelei's ability to adapt her communication strategy upon being attacked verbally showcases how persuasive she is.

In the movie Sex and the City (2008), Carrie is about to get married to John James Preston, or Mr. Big, and he gets cold feet while watching Carrie in his limousine. Carrie and Mr. Big speak on the phone and he tells her that he can't get married to her. Then, Mr. Big changes his mind as he is being driven and spots Carrie in the car on the other side of the road. They both pull over, get out, and confront one another. Although Mr. Big apologizes and seems as though he wants to get married – the events were too much for Carrie to bear – and she lashes out with her words and flowers at Mr. Big. She explains how she knew that he was going to do that, and how he humiliated her, all before Carrie's friends take her back into a vehicle and exit. Carrie's tears, physical aggression, and feelings of humiliation highlight an extreme instance of the Emotion attribute.