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as in soul
an immaterial force within a human being thought to give the body life, energy, and power
disturbing, enigmatic paintings that seem to embody the psyche of this brilliant but troubled artist
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as in mind
the part of a person that feels, thinks, perceives, wills, and especially reasons
a novel that explores the psyche of a depressed teen
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Recent Examples of psyche
The metric tracks shopper psyche through public polling conducted throughout the middle of the month.
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Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
Seeing a conversion therapist did, however, do immeasurable damage to my psyche.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2026
The tech giant continues to exert a strong pull on the collective cultural psyche 50 years after its April 1, 1976, founding.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 1 Apr. 2026
Khorus Harmonia hatched organically, a lot having to do with the seismic changes contracting Hollywood and runaway production that is roiling the psyches of everyone who makes a living in its ecosystem.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
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Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
Seeing a conversion therapist did, however, do immeasurable damage to my psyche.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2026
The tech giant continues to exert a strong pull on the collective cultural psyche 50 years after its April 1, 1976, founding.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 1 Apr. 2026
Khorus Harmonia hatched organically, a lot having to do with the seismic changes contracting Hollywood and runaway production that is roiling the psyches of everyone who makes a living in its ecosystem.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for psyche
Noun
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To inject personality without overwhelming the space, the designer suggests layering in vintage items and bringing in pieces with soul for instant depth.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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Unexpected touches are the soul of a maximalist home.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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With the expansion North Texas is seeing, preparing tomorrow's leaders is top of mind for Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Infielder Hyeseong Kim had his mind set before the game.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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The days of the secluded mathematician chalking up a blackboard have largely given way to a collaborative spirit as math has become increasingly technical.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Customized services from the building’s concierge available to all include events such as wine and spirits tastings that will bring neighbors together.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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Delgado suffered a massive brain bleed during a competitive boxing match with another trainee the next morning and died a day later.—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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But Cherry was the brains of the operation and frequently the mouth, and always the person who made sure that everything got done.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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The woman was found with three gunshot wounds to her chest, while the man was shot in the head, police said.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Another man, a 35-year-old, showed up at Temple Hospital's Episcopal Campus with a gunshot wound to his head, police said.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Ball will play the middle son, Cary, who inherited his mom’s razor-sharp wit and intellect.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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Regardless of their work ethic, intellect and creativity, capital has always exploited them but never been willing to partner with them.—
Jacob Walthour,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Psyche.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psyche. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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