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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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In addition to the fraud committed through the sober houses, Cleggett, through his insulation businesses, received millions of dollars from the Mass Save Program (a public/private partnership that funds energy efficient projects).—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
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The unit was constantly shuffled this season, and the Trojans deployed six different offensive line combinations while still managing to have one of the most efficient offenses in the Big Ten Conference under position coach Zach Hanson.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The buzzy brand quickly became a shopper favorite thanks to its efficacious and affordable formulas.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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Wood Brooks, Robson and Fisher all offer neat digestible summaries at the end of their chapters to consolidate their strategies for how the reader might best conduct efficacious, generative conversations.—
Lamorna Ash,
The Dial,
25 Nov. 2025
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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Tolbert suggested, and Bibb concurred, that the most expedient course would be for the Wings to take over the project’s development.—
Brad Townsend,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Jan. 2026
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For Mesa Grande, the use of these technologies could provide more expedient access to health care, goods movement options and more, while creating new pathways for workforce development, education and transportation.—
Curtis V La Chusa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Marketing legal services through 1-800 numbers in late-night TV commercials or on highway billboards is old and pricey but effective.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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People often make the mistake of going with a bright white paint color to balance out a room’s cool feel and muted light, but opting for a warm neutral is more effective for creating an inviting space.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Operant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operant. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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