as in awareness
a state of being aware
a glaring problem that somehow has yet to penetrate the consciousness of the people that run this company
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Recent Examples of consciousness
And Russian billionaire Dmitry Itskov founded the 2045 Initiative, a life-extension project that envisions uploading human consciousness into computer avatars.
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
Scientists treat the resonances as useful geophysical probes, not a cosmic metronome for human consciousness.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Michael Lentz’s novel Schattenfroh portrays a dystopia in which consciousness itself is just another commodity.
—Anahid Nersessian, The New York Review of Books, 4 Sep. 2025
But there were various events, all of which took place in late August and within days of each other, that kept the brand in the public consciousness.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
Scientists treat the resonances as useful geophysical probes, not a cosmic metronome for human consciousness.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Michael Lentz’s novel Schattenfroh portrays a dystopia in which consciousness itself is just another commodity.
—Anahid Nersessian, The New York Review of Books, 4 Sep. 2025
But there were various events, all of which took place in late August and within days of each other, that kept the brand in the public consciousness.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consciousness
Noun
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The launch of ThisWayUp comes at a moment when mental health awareness has never been higher, but actual access to care remains frustratingly limited.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Named in honor of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), the most acclaimed and influential sculptor of the 20th century and a native Philadelphian, Calder Gardens will be a place for art, culture, environmental awareness, and introspection.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Jalen Carter’s ejection understandably received the attention on Thursday, but Jordan Davis’ performance should not be lost in the shuffle.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Of course, Grande just appearing anywhere tonight garnered attention from fans in the room.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Demoing the move above is Paris Alexandra, founder of the Brooklyn Wellness Club, writer, and yoga and mindfulness facilitator.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
3 Sep. 2025
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Concerts, lectures, screenings, performances, readings, mindfulness practices, and other wide-ranging activities will encourage elevating experiences for mind, body, and spirit.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Consciousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consciousness. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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