1
as in internal
of or relating to the mind
a funny mental image made him laugh out loud
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2
as in psychotic
sometimes offensive
unable to think in a clear or sensible way
He's gone a bitmental after his mother died.
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Recent Examples of mental
Part of that involves meeting with their site psychologist, taking advantage of other mental health resources offered from the city and being honest about their mental state before starting a shift, Wees said.
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Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
The last point is a mental one.
—Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 14 June 2026
Beyond the endorphin rush, running offers a mental reset.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
From an emphasis on organic materials to optimising natural light, the goal is to create spaces that enhance both mental and physical well-being.
—Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
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Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
The last point is a mental one.
—Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 14 June 2026
Beyond the endorphin rush, running offers a mental reset.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
From an emphasis on organic materials to optimising natural light, the goal is to create spaces that enhance both mental and physical well-being.
—Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mental
Adjective
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The film tells the true story of former Facebook engineer Frances Haugen (Madison) and Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz (White), whose reporting exposed the company’s internal research and decision-making.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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Vallejo’s Broadway Project finished years late and massively over budget after contractor failures and internal disputes.—
Michele Steeb,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Royal Caribbean crew members also allegedly injected Haloperidol, a prescription medication used to treat psychotic disorders, into Virgil at the request of the ship's captain.—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
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Children with null variants were 87 times more likely to develop a psychotic disorder and six times more likely to have an anxiety disorder by age 12, and around 12 times more likely to develop a mood disorder by age 11.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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For one, the inspiring and bonding experience of Cowgirl Up—a week where women from across the globe come to live out their dreams of an iconic ranch stay—and not only release, but exercise their inner cowboy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Related Stories The project will explore Gaudí’s life, inner battles and spiritual evolution, framing the architect as a radical creative force shaped by faith and an increasingly austere existence.—
Emiliano de Pablos,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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After four thrillers, including two insane games in Vegas, the series shifted back to Raleigh for Game 5, with the two teams knotted at 2-2.—
Matt Reigle,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
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Rivians aren’t alone in the realm of insane reports of repair costs.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
11 June 2026
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Even now, the psychological moves of the book’s last moments, how and what Maeve understands, feel to me provisional, blurry, to be co-created with the reader.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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New dads face psychological pressures, from sleepless nights to sky-high bills, which can contribute to postpartum depression.—
Keith Wagstaff,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Also keep in mind that blasting noise through your AirPods or speakers may drown out some very important other sounds — like approaching wildlife or mad rattlesnakes.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Democrats are mad at the president, again.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
14 June 2026
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During a week of testing, the Toyota bZ's interior and cargo area felt very spacious for daily driving needs.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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But the design, which includes a shuttered interior window, kitchenettes and two laundry setups, effectively locks off into apartments, Terry Peterson said.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
10 June 2026
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Bardem is captivating and formidable, grinning with maniacal glee at his every act of depravity and the fear and anguish of his victims.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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But if the World Cup match, anywhere, involves the likes of Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina, Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal, or Brazil, Germany, Spain, England or any other world power, the cost will be exorbitant, and met, by maniacal super fans paying the price of passion.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2026
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“Mental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mental. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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