as in intelligence
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
you have the brains to figure out that problem on your own
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Recent Examples of brains
Catherine Thorbecke, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2026
Experts gain valuable insights into how animal brains acquire new skills and master intricate sounds by studying vocal learning.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Apr. 2026
Their brains work like sponges, absorbing patterns, strategies, and concepts at remarkable speed.
—Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
In the new paper, published today in Current Biology, Scott and his colleagues analyzed the brains of Zebra Finches, small songbirds that undergo neurogenesis throughout their life.
—K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 17 Apr. 2026
Researchers, doctors, and child development experts have studied what generative AI does to developing brains.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
The review evaluated studies that were conducted on seven monoclonal antibody drugs developed over the last two decades to target amyloids, proteins that form plaques in the brains of people who have Alzheimer’s disease.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
Kiefer Lee is the owner of Long Story Books, an independent bookstore and café opening in Atlanta’s Inman Park later this summer—and the brains behind a book vending machine designed to make discovering a good read as easy and joyful as pressing a button.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
Ultimately, Turner says, young people are resilient — their brains are still growing — and intentional parenting goes a long way toward offsetting the effects of digital devices and social media.
—Deborah Vankin, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026
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But that uncertainty alone should be reason enough for caution before these tools are rolled out to children whose brains are still developing.
—Catherine Thorbecke, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2026
Experts gain valuable insights into how animal brains acquire new skills and master intricate sounds by studying vocal learning.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Apr. 2026
Their brains work like sponges, absorbing patterns, strategies, and concepts at remarkable speed.
—Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
In the new paper, published today in Current Biology, Scott and his colleagues analyzed the brains of Zebra Finches, small songbirds that undergo neurogenesis throughout their life.
—K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 17 Apr. 2026
Researchers, doctors, and child development experts have studied what generative AI does to developing brains.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
The review evaluated studies that were conducted on seven monoclonal antibody drugs developed over the last two decades to target amyloids, proteins that form plaques in the brains of people who have Alzheimer’s disease.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
Kiefer Lee is the owner of Long Story Books, an independent bookstore and café opening in Atlanta’s Inman Park later this summer—and the brains behind a book vending machine designed to make discovering a good read as easy and joyful as pressing a button.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
Ultimately, Turner says, young people are resilient — their brains are still growing — and intentional parenting goes a long way toward offsetting the effects of digital devices and social media.
—Deborah Vankin, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brains
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The military had recourse to Claude via a drop-down menu in a workflow package, the Maven Smart System, which gathers, synthesizes, and streamlines intelligence.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
15 Apr. 2026
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The package includes long-range strike drones, intelligence and reconnaissance drones, logistics drones and maritime capabilities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Big Bang Theory followed a group of socially awkward scientist friends navigating work, friendship and relationships, with Parsons portraying Sheldon Cooper, a brilliant but eccentric physicist known for his rigid routines, lack of social awareness and sharp intellect.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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As one of the nation’s most consequential legal thinkers and scholars, Heather Gerken has long directed her fierce intellect toward defending free and fair elections, a strong civic architecture, and the rule of law.—
Elizabeth Alexander,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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The story is something of a palimpsest, with Romvari’s own perspective intertwining with the character’s and conveying a sense of being both inside and outside the action.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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What’s left is a false sense of urgency that will lead to a budget finalized mostly in the dark, with too many decisions made by staffers and lobbyists.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The reason many of the remaining adults on Medicaid are not working is that they are retired, serving as a caregiver, or too sick, KFF has found.—
Samantha Liss,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Humans are in the loop for a reason.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These are in addition to private members clubs The Wilde and Cipriani, among other highlights.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
16 Jan. 2026
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Shane Stant clubs Kerrigan on the knee and flees the scene.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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To understand what’s next, follow the flow of money and brainpower.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
9 Dec. 2025
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But the Lambert High School team had advantages, beyond audacity and brainpower.—
Bill Whitaker,
CBS News,
1 Dec. 2025
Verb
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But hamate surgery often saps a hitter of power, something Lindor, Carroll and Holliday were expected to supply in 2026.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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An overreliance on tools weakens our civilization (and saps the film’s dramatic thrills).—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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