as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
a worrisome deterioration in the acuity of his hearing over the years
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Recent Examples of acuity
Over time, that willingness to take risks can lead to social acuity and new friendships.
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Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
Rather than relying on arbitrary age cutoffs, organizations should prioritize functional assessments, adaptability and decision-making acuity.
—Rob Robinson, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
However, House Republicans have had success bringing high-profile officials before their committees for other investigations, particularly the inquiry into President Joe Biden’s mental acuity, and a Clinton appearance is not out of the question.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 7 Aug. 2025
As the probe into Joe Biden’s mental acuity continues, the former president’s personal physician, Kevin O’Connor, DO, made an appearance this week in Washington, D.C., in front of the House Oversight Committee.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 July 2025
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Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
Rather than relying on arbitrary age cutoffs, organizations should prioritize functional assessments, adaptability and decision-making acuity.
—Rob Robinson, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
However, House Republicans have had success bringing high-profile officials before their committees for other investigations, particularly the inquiry into President Joe Biden’s mental acuity, and a Clinton appearance is not out of the question.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 7 Aug. 2025
As the probe into Joe Biden’s mental acuity continues, the former president’s personal physician, Kevin O’Connor, DO, made an appearance this week in Washington, D.C., in front of the House Oversight Committee.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acuity
sensitivity
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Meta's approach includes warning screens, sensitivity filters and age restrictions.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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After treatment, mild soreness or sensitivity is common for a few days as the surrounding tissues heal.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Acuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acuity. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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