1
as in intellectual
much given to learning and thinking
a very cerebral jurist who has given much thought to what makes our nation's constitution work
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2
as in mental
of or relating to the mind
a young man given more to cerebral pursuits than to sporting activities
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Recent Examples of cerebral
The official cause of death was determined to be cerebral hemorrhage and shock.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 June 2026
To be sure, Our Lady Peace have always been forward looking, especially at the tail end of the Nineties, when Maida’s lyrics became more cerebral.
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Garret K. Woodward,
Rolling Stone,
28 June 2026
Winnipeg targeted a highly cerebral player in Viggo Björck at 8.
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Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
Cardiovascular fitness directly influences a leader’s cerebral blood flow and, downstream, their leadership.
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Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 June 2026
To be sure, Our Lady Peace have always been forward looking, especially at the tail end of the Nineties, when Maida’s lyrics became more cerebral.
—
Garret K. Woodward,
Rolling Stone,
28 June 2026
Winnipeg targeted a highly cerebral player in Viggo Björck at 8.
—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
Cardiovascular fitness directly influences a leader’s cerebral blood flow and, downstream, their leadership.
—
Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cerebral
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cerebral
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Perhaps unsurprisingly, subsequent attempts at diplomacy, led by the ailing diplomat and intellectual Benjamin Franklin, also proved ineffective.
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After all, even with the growing demands of an aging population and increases in intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs), larger numbers of these jobs are already poorly paid.
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This approach is crucial for mitigating downsides and enhancing the benefits of AI for societal mental well-being.
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These holistic mental and physical wellness itineraries incorporate spa treatments and mindfulness modalities such as forest bathing and meditation, private pilates and yoga classes, and food made with organic, sustainable ingredients.
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The outcome is bound to escalate an internal Democratic debate that has been growing since Mamdani's win in New York City.
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While some attribute layoffs to post-pandemic corrections, not solely AI, the true test is whether these leaner structures can effectively foster internal leadership development.
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Your 12th House of Rest and Reflection opens wider as Jupiter arrives, expanding your inner world and asking for generous rest that renews focus.
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Rather than absorbing moisture, water molecules adhere to the outer and inner surfaces of the gel, filling all the open spaces and pores to form a thin film.
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Its compact size and functional interior and exterior pockets will make zipping through airport security or stopping for gas on road trips a breeze — no more digging through disorganized totes to locate your wallet and phone.
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Eagle and its complex history Eagle’s interior walls tell its story.
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Wilde’s 2022 psychological thriller, headlined by Florence Pugh and Harry Styles, descended into tabloid chaos amid rampant speculation over an apparent feud between Pugh and Wilde, plus the romance between Wilde and Styles that allegedly originated during production.
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What at first felt fun — like guiding a sweet wayward child — soon felt like a crazymaking psychological experiment.
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“Cerebral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cerebral. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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