as in sensorial
of or relating to physical sensation or the senses
trying to listen to music while watching the TV and eating dinner caused a sort of sensory overload
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Recent Examples of sensory
In addition to severe, disabling headache pain, a migraine can also trigger processes that affect the rest of your body and interfere with normal sensory function.
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Pash also recommends using smell as a sensory pathway in this case, such as essential oils or a small scented item.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 30 Apr. 2026
The hopscotch squares and sensory boards in the hallways are intended to help children transition from room to room.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Kids will enjoy playing with a DIY sensory table like this one, which will let their imaginations soar for years to come.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 28 Apr. 2026
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Pash also recommends using smell as a sensory pathway in this case, such as essential oils or a small scented item.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 30 Apr. 2026
The hopscotch squares and sensory boards in the hallways are intended to help children transition from room to room.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Kids will enjoy playing with a DIY sensory table like this one, which will let their imaginations soar for years to come.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 28 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for sensory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensory
sensorial
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The bright space includes two treatment rooms, a steam room, sauna, salt relaxation room, sensorial shower, and a Sisley retail shop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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Unleash your plumpest pout with transformative textures, sensorial experiences and cruelty-free formulas.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Sensory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensory. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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