physiological

variants or physiologic

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Recent Examples of physiological In situations such as receiving critical feedback or navigating interpersonal conflict, the brain may default to a threat state, triggering physiological and cognitive responses akin to fight-or-flight. Andriana Eliadis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025 That’s a physiological issue (as opposed to a disease) known as blossom-end rot. Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 June 2025 Both groups have less physiological reserve and may have more problems regulating their body temperatures. Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 19 June 2025 Perhaps in reaction to her own physiological stress response. Literary Hub, 11 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for physiological
Recent Examples of Synonyms for physiological
Adjective
  • This year, Boissy was visibly in the best physical condition of his career, armed with a different mental approach to the game that fuelled his MVP run.
    Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
  • When opposition attackers launch the ball in his penalty area, John makes full use of his physical presence and 6ft 5in (196cm) frame.
    Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Adjective
  • The duo leaned into G-Star’s signature anatomical design principles and exaggerated them with a cool wash and moto stitching and seam details.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 July 2025
  • Nevertheless, the bones show the subtle anatomical hallmarks of pterosaurs.
    Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 July 2025

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“Physiological.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physiological. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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