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Recent Examples of operant
Bradfield probably could have parlayed that success into some sort of cushy position with Burnett, but his operant mode was reinvention.
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Susan Orlean, The New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2022
As such, mobile games have developed into monsters psychologically tuned to rip thousands out of players vulnerable enough to be operant conditioned into a game addiction.
—Clem Chambers, Forbes, 8 Nov. 2021
The current study investigated domestic cat preferences at the individual and population level using a free operant preference assessment.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2017
Susan Orlean, The New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2022
As such, mobile games have developed into monsters psychologically tuned to rip thousands out of players vulnerable enough to be operant conditioned into a game addiction.
—Clem Chambers, Forbes, 8 Nov. 2021
The current study investigated domestic cat preferences at the individual and population level using a free operant preference assessment.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for operant
Adjective
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The latest report shows how the adoption of heat pumps, and a greater share of more fuel-efficient and electric vehicles on the road, continues to drive down greenhouse gas emissions in the residential buildings and transportation sectors, according to officials.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2026
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Chakram’s highly efficient detonation process Unlike conventional rocket engines, which harness deflargration, RDREs leverage the rapid energy release of supersonic detonation waves that rotate around an engine’s circular body.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The old adage that no military plan survives first contact with the enemy has been given a new twist: first contact was not chastening but excessively efficacious.—
Fintan O’Toole,
The New York Review of Books,
9 Apr. 2026
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And, on a less efficacious, more aesthetic note, many of these natural exfoliating formulas often deliver the same sleek aesthetics in their packaging and experience as prestige skin-care products.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Others argue even if wilderness therapy is effectual for some, its premise is flawed.—
Sara M Moniuszko,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2024
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Will prospective politicos and those holding positions of power prompt effectual projects to maintain upkeep and ensure each and every citizen is safe rather than pushing self-serving, divisive social agendas?—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
16 Jan. 2024
Adjective
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Gun acquisition is, however, considerably more expedient for professionals with certain careers, such as law enforcement.—
Robert McGreevy,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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The outcome was not a surprise to some strategists, who told ABC News ahead of the party's annual convention that a politically expedient move for Republicans would be to withhold an endorsement, allowing their candidates the best chance to advance as far as possible.—
Juhi Doshi,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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One of the most effective ways to lower outrageous healthcare costs is to give employers access to their own health plan claims data.—
Jordan Bruneau,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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Unlike Game 2, Boston’s role players were effective.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Operant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operant. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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