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
But for humans stationed on the ice, the lack of sunlight can lead to physiological challenges.
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Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
The physiological relationship between COVID infections and mothers and fetuses at different stages of a pregnancy is complex, said Angela Rasmussen, a virologist at the University of Saskatchewan.
—Kff Health News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2025
That could be because of physiological changes, improved physical mobility or increased positive social feedback, Keeler said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
The physiological relationship between covid infections and mothers and fetuses at different stages of a pregnancy is complex, said Angela Rasmussen, a virologist at the University of Saskatchewan.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 2 June 2025
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Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
The physiological relationship between COVID infections and mothers and fetuses at different stages of a pregnancy is complex, said Angela Rasmussen, a virologist at the University of Saskatchewan.
—Kff Health News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2025
That could be because of physiological changes, improved physical mobility or increased positive social feedback, Keeler said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
The physiological relationship between covid infections and mothers and fetuses at different stages of a pregnancy is complex, said Angela Rasmussen, a virologist at the University of Saskatchewan.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physiological
Adjective
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Translating a physical place into perfume is no small feat.—
Austa Somvichian-Clausen,
Robb Report,
15 June 2025
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The recall spans multiple distribution channels, including physical ALDI and BJ's locations nationwide, plus online sales through company websites and Amazon.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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For instance, his anatomical studies not only advanced scientific understanding but also directly informed his artistic depictions of the human form.—
David Henkin,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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That could be a wearable device that uses ultrasound imaging to automatically locate the anatomical target and then delivers the FUS dose: All the patient would have to do is put on the device and turn it on.—
Sangeeta S. Chavan,
IEEE Spectrum,
9 June 2025
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“Physiological.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physiological. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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