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 internal
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
Reds that are leaner and more cerebral.
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John Noakes, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2025
This bodily dissonance is another way Alien: Earth remixes a core franchise theme, but the exercise remains largely cerebral.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2025
Talented young head coach Danny Rohl, a charismatic and cerebral German touted for big success in major European leagues, left by mutual agreement.
—Patrick Smith, NBC news, 9 Aug. 2025
In the case of Earth, premiering Aug. 12, the subjects of artificial intelligence and corporate overreach provide more than enough fodder for cerebral sci-fi horror grounded in the anxieties of 2025.
—Judy Berman, Time, 5 Aug. 2025
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John Noakes, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2025
This bodily dissonance is another way Alien: Earth remixes a core franchise theme, but the exercise remains largely cerebral.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2025
Talented young head coach Danny Rohl, a charismatic and cerebral German touted for big success in major European leagues, left by mutual agreement.
—Patrick Smith, NBC news, 9 Aug. 2025
In the case of Earth, premiering Aug. 12, the subjects of artificial intelligence and corporate overreach provide more than enough fodder for cerebral sci-fi horror grounded in the anxieties of 2025.
—Judy Berman, Time, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cerebral
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The seminary’s enduring mission, like that of all great institutions of learning, is to cultivate the intellectual and ethical capacities of leaders prepared to confront the complexities of history.—
Brad Braxton,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
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Many people with intellectual or developmental disabilities are forced into poverty because of the way government benefits are structured, as outlined by the Social Security Administration.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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After being contacted by the carrier and not being able to locate the order in their system, Milwaukee Tool launched an internal investigation.—
Adrienne Davis,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The 12-7 vote, with one abstention, followed months of financial warnings from top CPS officials and marked a notable shift in internal board dynamics.—
Nell Salzman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
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Above, British actress Suki Waterhouse channels her inner Faithfull with a fan en route into the premiere.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The desire to manage your world meets unpredictable inner shifts.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
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Tinted windows will limit the amount of light that shines through them and will keep the interior cooler while providing the extra benefit of privacy.—
Keenan Thompson,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Unplug the fan, wipe the exterior grates with a damp microfiber cloth or dusting mitt to remove dust, and—if the grills are removable—clean the blades and interior parts the same way before reassembling.—
Kendall Bettle,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Aug. 2025
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Miller is passionate about empowering others by providing information on the connection between physical health, lifestyle choices, and mental well-being.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Working memory is the ability to hold information needed to accomplish complex mental tasks such as learning, reasoning and problem-solving.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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According to the psychological concept of behavioral activation, the right action can trigger motivation.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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There’s not much in the way of philosophical heft or psychological insight as the plot follows many decades in the life of Paul Dano’s Vadim Baranov, the fictionalization of a real apparatchik spearheading Putin’s communication strategy.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Cerebral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cerebral. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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