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Recent Examples of brain wave
As a person sleeps, this synchrony grows, producing brain waves that are lower in frequency and higher in amplitude.
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Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Brain–computer interfaces offer a solution by directly translating brain waves to text.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Oct. 2025
There’s the new strength coach who, naturally, has altered the brain waves of the entire team.
—Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 27 Aug. 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
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Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
Brain–computer interfaces offer a solution by directly translating brain waves to text.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Oct. 2025
There’s the new strength coach who, naturally, has altered the brain waves of the entire team.
—Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 27 Aug. 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brain wave
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Manuel’s approach to narrative structure draws on literary and philosophical theory.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2026
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And some have theorized that being a carrier for cystic fibrosis can defend against severe cholera, although the evidence for this theory is more scant.—
Roxanne Khamsi,
The Atlantic,
15 Feb. 2026
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Every experiment started with a hypothesis, a clear definition of success, and a plan to measure outcomes quickly.—
Julio Martínez,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Boyle’s hypothesis also predicts that dark matter could be explained by a particular kind of neutrino.—
Sarah Scoles,
Scientific American,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Twins are expected to carry eight relievers on their Opening Day roster; what that will look like is anyone’s guess.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
11 Feb. 2026
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My guess is that Vonn will, in time, mentally and emotionally move on from her crash in Cortina.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
9 Feb. 2026
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Book early to feast on oysters, caviar, and wild game at Signature, the brainchild of James Beard Award–nominee Andrew Weissman.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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In Cesena, Italy, where the company is headquartered, Alessandri created the Wellness Valley in 2003, promoted by the Wellness Foundation, also his brainchild.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Yin also looks beyond China for inspiration.—
Precious Adesina,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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By Ramsey Qubein January 31, 2022 As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Rachel Morris,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
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While Singh’s lawyer Jitender Khurana denies any political motive for his client’s paroles, his previous releases coincided with crucial state elections, fueling speculation that his freedom is a reward for the Dera’s electoral support.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Wu’s order comes as speculation continues to swirl around the city that a surge of federal immigration officers is imminent.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Despite much conjecture, the rapper, 33, opted not to take the stage alongside the Puerto Rican superstar, but she was spotted dancing and vibing during Bad Bunny's halftime show performance inside his famous casita, which has become a show staple since his Puerto Rico residency last year.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
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To prove the full conjecture, the mathematicians had to get even better bounds on the sizes of the gradient’s pieces.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
6 Feb. 2026
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The conviction last week closes a case that dates to December, when Hernandez was found guilty of two counts of child abuse likely to produce great bodily harm or death.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The judge vacated his conviction and ruled Vedam was entitled to a new trial.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Brain wave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brain%20wave. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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