brain wave

noun

Definition of brain wavenext
as in theory

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Recent Examples of brain wave In simpler terms, their brain waves and yours can get synchronized. — Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026 In one study, published in , the researchers looked at fast brain waves that flicker about 70 to 150 times per second through a part of the brain involved in speech perception. — Elise Cutts, Scientific American, 12 Feb. 2026 But that brain wave data is still highly personal and can reveal a lot about a person’s mental or emotional state. — Emily Mullin, Wired News, 22 Dec. 2025 Building on his recent study of macaques, Miller’s goal is to conclusively identify a brain wave signature of unconsciousness in humans. — Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for brain wave
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  1. theory
  2. hypothesis
  3. guess
  4. brainchild
  5. inspiration
  6. speculation
  7. conjecture
  8. conviction
Noun
  • Germ theory also emerged in the late 1800s, in which scientists discovered that germs caused disease.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • The two budding geniuses would sit in Charles’ apartment for hours, talking music theory and analyzing records, though Jones’s curiosity occasionally exhausted Charles.
    — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 3 July 2026
Definition of theory
Noun
  • Sample of the asteroid collected by Tianwen-2 could help prove that hypothesis, if the mission is successful.
    — Brett Tingley, Space.com, 7 July 2026
  • However, this hypothesis comes mainly from population patterns modeled from DNA sequences.
    — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Definition of hypothesis
Noun
  • Our best guess is that there might be a little bit of recognition for the youngest generations, too, watching all those clips — as in, Holy cow, Austin Powers was real!
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 7 July 2026
  • Who starts opposite him at the other safety spot is anyone’s guess at this point.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
Definition of guess
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  • The school, registered with Guinea's educational authorities but not receiving government funding, is the brainchild of Mariam Aisha Barry, a social worker and philanthropist who said her daughter with autism was her inspiration.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
  • The block party, with hundreds of fans lining the streets, was in part the brainchild of East Providence’s mayor, Roberto DaSilva.
    — Jesus Jiménez, New York Times, 30 June 2026
Definition of brainchild
Noun
  • Krispy Kreme's newest flavor inspiration comes from Girl Scout Cookies.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • Both teenagers, ages 13 and 14, have been riding for about three years, and look to their American hero JB Mauney for inspiration.
    — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Definition of inspiration
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  • Prada’s show reignited online speculation about the return of skinny silhouettes, showcasing an array of colorful leather and denim pants.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 8 July 2026
  • The Los Angeles Dodgers, renowned for their relentless pursuit of championships, faced intense trade speculation last year concerning third baseman Max Muncy.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of speculation
Noun
  • Following Taylor Swift's engagement announcement in August of 2025, the internet exploded with conjecture on the venue of the popstar's upcoming wedding.
    — Catherine Messier, The Providence Journal, 3 July 2026
  • By these arguments, an AI proof of a mathematical conjecture that has stubbornly resisted human efforts would be useful only if comprehensible to humans.
    — Benjamin Skuse, IEEE Spectrum, 25 June 2026
Definition of conjecture
Noun
  • Sabatini ended by telling the jury the trial was supposed to be a search for the truth, not the pursuit of a conviction.
    — Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026
  • Because of the convictions, Flores will no longer be eligible to work for law enforcement at any level, including local, state and federal agencies.
    — Seamus Bozeman Follow, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of conviction

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