The old alchemist proudly displayed a tuft of philosophical wool, claiming it was the essence behind his transmutations.

After dinner, my friends and I often wax philosophical about the meaning of life.

The philosopher argued that the possibility of philosophical zombies challenges our assumptions about consciousness.

The old alchemist regarded his philosophical furnace as both tool and teacher in the slow work of transmutation.

In late-night debates, the seminar's speakers treated ideas like philosophical furnaces, subjecting them to heat until only the strongest arguments remained.

In the seminar, we examined various philosophical methods to analyze ethical dilemmas.

Many philosophical anarchists argue that moral and political philosophy can justify noncompliance with state authority.

The historian criticized the doctrine of philosophical necessity for ignoring individual moral responsibility.

The philosopheress carefully outlined her argument about the nature of consciousness at the symposium.

Several philosopheresses at the symposium argued passionately that moral reasoning must include empathy.