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as in aware
having specified facts or feelings actively impressed on the mind
conscious of the fact that my hands were sweating the whole time that I was making my presentation
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as in deliberate
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
a conscious effort to instill discord in the family
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Recent Examples of conscious
That same underlying rhythm in laughter is shaped by a conscious control to communicate varying emotions and intentions.
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Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
25 June 2026
The MacBook Neo, which Apple introduced earlier this year to appeal to budget-conscious customers at a starting price of $599, has increased to $699.
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Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
That achievement carries particular significance because Los Angeles is pursuing one of the most infrastructure-conscious Olympic models in modern history.
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Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
For a fashion-conscious patient, the appearance of the final result is often an important consideration in getting a transplant in the end.
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Malana Vantyler,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
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Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
25 June 2026
The MacBook Neo, which Apple introduced earlier this year to appeal to budget-conscious customers at a starting price of $599, has increased to $699.
—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
That achievement carries particular significance because Los Angeles is pursuing one of the most infrastructure-conscious Olympic models in modern history.
—
Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
For a fashion-conscious patient, the appearance of the final result is often an important consideration in getting a transplant in the end.
—
Malana Vantyler,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conscious
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The broad genre of pop also gives artists room to experiment, said O’Brien, adding that audiences these days are well aware of the concept of eras and understand artists will go through multiple ones throughout their careers.
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After clearing logjams in the White House and House of Representatives, the legislation drew broad support in an election year where both parties are increasingly aware that voters have said they're fed up with the high cost of living.
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Another telling detail was that the fungi in the surrounding dirt didn’t match the species that chose to bond with the moss, suggesting a deliberate relationship was present.
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On the film’s romantic dimension, the director was equally deliberate.
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The total number of children agreeing to voluntary departure has increased sevenfold, the Vera Institute of Justice found.
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In Europe, these voluntary reports focused on environmental and human rights issues.
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If anything, the dichotomy between the pop star who prances around Versailles in a sheer nightie and the pop star who stomps onstage in knee-high combat boots feels completely authentic and intentional.
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Was that an intentional choice throughout the season?
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The plaintiffs have also accused Bayer of negligence and misrepresentation of Roundup's safety in its marketing, and have alleged that the product was defective for its intended purpose.
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Just avoid overinvesting at the same time to allow your other assets to perform as intended.
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Some of Thomas’s critique appeared to be aimed at weak-willed conservatives, including his fellow-Justices, for being, as Thomas perceives it, too spineless to stand up for the ideals enshrined in the Declaration.
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Meanwhile, gracious but iron-willed family matriarch Claudine works tirelessly behind the scenes to hush up family scandals.
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“Conscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conscious. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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