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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
Procedures to treat a physiological condition that constitutes a medical emergency.
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Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 16 Feb. 2026
This could eventually lead to new types of foods that combine appealing taste and beneficial physiological effects.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Woodhull’s methodology is rooted in physiological grounding techniques, aiming to regulate heart rate variability and support emotional control and focus.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
These amino acids are absorbed and distributed throughout the body according to physiological priorities, which may include muscle repair, immune function or organ maintenance, including maintaining and repairing healthy skin.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
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Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 16 Feb. 2026
This could eventually lead to new types of foods that combine appealing taste and beneficial physiological effects.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Woodhull’s methodology is rooted in physiological grounding techniques, aiming to regulate heart rate variability and support emotional control and focus.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
These amino acids are absorbed and distributed throughout the body according to physiological priorities, which may include muscle repair, immune function or organ maintenance, including maintaining and repairing healthy skin.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for physiological
physical
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Until now, the physical mechanism behind that transport had not been confirmed.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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According to Ruby, seven of the 20 or so churches in G92, a Christian immigrant advocacy coalition in the city, are ready to offer physical sanctuary, though many are avoiding publicity for fear of harassment.—
Caitlin Hu,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Physiological.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physiological. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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