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Recent Examples of afferent
Multiple sclerosis can cause optic nerve damage, which leads to an abnormal response of the pupils known as afferent pupillary defect (APD).
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Troy Bedinghaus, Od, Verywell Health, 17 July 2023
Troy Bedinghaus, Od, Verywell Health, 17 July 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for afferent
Adjective
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In a fast-paced, digital, and uncertain world, wallpaper offers both emotional and sensory reprieve.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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It was found that eels use sensory signals from their bodies, such as stretch and pressure, to adapt to their environment.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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Was Kansas City just as receptive?—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
2 Sep. 2025
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Vidovic related the RedHawks have been receptive to Hannah, and Dowling enthusiastically confirmed that statement.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Afferent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/afferent. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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