as in warm
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
the salesman changed his palsy attitude when he realized that I wasn't buying
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as in paralysis
complete or partial loss of physical function (as motion or sensation) in a part of the body
palsy can sometimes be caused by a brain injury
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Recent Examples of palsy
Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2024
Through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Conway the Machine at 9:30 Club
Like 50 Cent before him, Conway the Machine has an origin story worthy of a gangsta rap superhero: a 2012 shooting that left him with Bell’s palsy, facial paralysis, a slur and a new sense of purpose.
—Chris Richards, Washington Post, 21 Sep. 2023
Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
Ross, who lives with Bell’s palsy, was previously diagnosed and received treatment for skin cancer in 2021 and underwent hip surgery for an unspecified cancer in 2024.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 15 May 2025
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Adjective
Much of the twins’ perspective came from their mom, who was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy and Lewy body dementia in 2018.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2024
Through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Conway the Machine at 9:30 Club
Like 50 Cent before him, Conway the Machine has an origin story worthy of a gangsta rap superhero: a 2012 shooting that left him with Bell’s palsy, facial paralysis, a slur and a new sense of purpose.
—Chris Richards, Washington Post, 21 Sep. 2023
Noun
Thomas died April 18 at Salisbury Hospice in Wilshire England, and had been battling progressive supranuclear palsy, daughter Phoebe Court-Thomas told The Hollywood Reporter.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
Ross, who lives with Bell’s palsy, was previously diagnosed and received treatment for skin cancer in 2021 and underwent hip surgery for an unspecified cancer in 2024.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palsy
Adjective
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Decked out in the hotel's signature warm woods and lush fabrics, the king-sized suite features an expansive living room; a deep, limestone soaking tub; and complimentary Balmain bath amenities.—
Jalyn Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Aug. 2025
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When the hand warmer is activated, the liquid crystallizes, releasing heat; it is recharged by boiling it in water.—
Erik Kobayashi-Solomon,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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When gone untreated, Lyme disease can produce a wide range of symptoms depending on the stage of infection, including fever, rash, facial paralysis, irregular heartbeat and arthritis.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
1 Aug. 2025
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There are three stages of Lyme disease, which can include flu-like symptoms, dizziness, chest pain, palpitations, arthritis, facial nerve paralysis, ongoing joint pain, fatigue, depression, palpitations, and other neurological, rheumatological and cardiac involvement.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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That You?' Tears at What Golden Retriever Does Every Night for 'Long Lost Best Friend' Not all feedback was friendly, though.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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The players — including new signing Noni Madueke — will report back to London Colney on Monday ahead of the friendly against Villarreal on August 6.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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In almost all respects, Masako—true to her breeding—was the very model of a modest and gracious ojōsan.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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While people are generally gracious about missteps, recent surges in tourist numbers are starting to strain that vaunted hospitality.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Robin Hood and his merry men were yeomen of the most courageous sort.—
Charles Hammer,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2025
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Luis Enrique’s merry band of wunderkind’s lap the confetti-laden Allianz Arena.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Even this brief description cannot fully prepare the viewer for the zigzagging subplots and delights of Mendonça’s eccentric and affectionate ode to the movies and the Brazil of his youth—and to maintaining individuality amid abuses of power.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
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The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, known for its affectionate temperament and distinctive coloring, has long been a favorite among pet owners—but rarely do two appear in such identical fashion on a first date.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Palsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palsy. Accessed 15 Aug. 2025.
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