variants
or physiologic
as in physical
of or relating to the functioning of living bodies or their parts
People often have a physiological response to fear, such as sweating or shaking.
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Recent Examples of physiological
Their persistent coping could intensify physiological strain over time, contributing to earlier onset of cognitive decline.
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Darlingtina Esiaka, The Conversation, 8 May 2025
And, in addition to the physiological and neural changes, the researchers found a variety of cognitive changes associated with mind blanking, too, including slips in attention, memory, and inner speech.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025
Still, Hines believes that certain physiological changes during air travel could help explain it.
—Nathalie Alonso, AFAR Media, 23 Apr. 2025
From a physiological perspective, Kraemer wrote, boys are born about a month behind girls developmentally.
—Joshua Coleman, The Atlantic, 30 Apr. 2025
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Darlingtina Esiaka, The Conversation, 8 May 2025
And, in addition to the physiological and neural changes, the researchers found a variety of cognitive changes associated with mind blanking, too, including slips in attention, memory, and inner speech.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025
Still, Hines believes that certain physiological changes during air travel could help explain it.
—Nathalie Alonso, AFAR Media, 23 Apr. 2025
From a physiological perspective, Kraemer wrote, boys are born about a month behind girls developmentally.
—Joshua Coleman, The Atlantic, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physiological
Adjective
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In this new role, Lindsey will lead the strategic design and development of exhibits and physical experiences at the Amazeum and with partner institutions across the region.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
11 May 2025
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Two runs in the sixth came courtesy of a mental error and a physical error by the Rockies.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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Lisa references confused nerve endings and anatomical identity crises.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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There are lots of benefits to the Astral Sphere’s more anatomical shape—the extra room between your eye and the lens can reduce the risk of fogging, as well as increase clarity and comfort.—
Lauren Wingenroth,
SELF,
1 May 2025
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“Physiological.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physiological. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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