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
  • What began as a weeklong music camp eventually turned into year-round educational programming, where students learn songwriting, music theory, recording and live performance before showcasing their work on the festival stage.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • The branzino – buttery, substantial and just the right amount of briny – is the most tangible, tasty expression of the theory.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of theory
Noun
  • But with this hypothesis the siblings felt they had been given the freedom to dream for the first time—the very time a miracle might just happen.
    — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The World Health Organization’s independent scientific advisory group reported in 2025 that much of the information needed to fully evaluate the competing hypotheses had not been provided by China.
    — Art Jipson, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
Definition of hypothesis
Noun
  • Sure enough, the green N meant my fourth guess had to be PENAL.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • There are too many teams that could use a backup quarterback, and my guess is Dalton will have trade value next month.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of guess
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  • The league, the brainchild of Commissioner Justine Siegal, features four teams with 60 players from 11 countries, including stars like Mo'ne Davis and Kelsie Whitmore.
    — Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Permanently parked outside pinball-centric dive bar No Quarter, Brave Idiot is the unhinged brainchild of chef Dylan Field.
    — Ellen Fort, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 July 2026
Definition of brainchild
Noun
  • The shirt’s pattern drew inspiration from the architectural lines of Nu Stadium’s signature canopy.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Generative AI can inspire a trip or summarize a destination, but converting inspiration into a reliable reservation requires live prices, accurate inventory and dependable supplier connections.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of inspiration
Noun
  • In a call with analysts on Tuesday after PayPal reported its second-quarter results, Lores reiterated the company doesn’t comment on market speculation or potential merger and acquisition discussions.
    — Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • Amid speculation that Fetterman may abandon Democrats, Schumer this week urged his colleague to remain in the party, arguing that there is room for widely divergent political views in the Senate caucus.
    — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2026
Definition of speculation
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  • How much of your articles and predictions are based on conversations with GMs and other front office personnel, your previous experiences and your conjecture?
    — Jim Bowden, New York Times, 28 July 2026
  • On a Sunday afternoon in July, while much of the world watched the World Cup final, a counterexample was found to the Jacobian conjecture, a problem that had resisted proof or disproof since 1939.
    — Ashish Bhatia, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of conjecture
Noun
  • Judge appoints attorney for Kohberger’s claims Now that Kohberger has filed a petition for post-conviction relief, what comes next?
    — Alex Brizee July 30, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026
  • The lengthy trial concluded with the conviction and death sentence of the gunman, who remains on death row.
    — Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
Definition of conviction

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