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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
Look, shopper psyche is critical to economic success.
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Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Feb. 2026
This is what we’ve been told time and again, in movies and TV shows from Mommie Dearest and Carrie to Mad Men and The Sopranos, where the mother monster shows up in all her pill-popping, guilt-tripping, fright wig-wearing splendor to wreak havoc on her innocent children’s—and our—psyches.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
Through the striking comparison of yesterday’s expectations and the mundane reality of those who were born and raised in the shadow of a phantom project, Rosario Minervini performs a dissection of clinical precision of the delays that have weighed down Italy’s collective psyche over time.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
For me as a psychologist, Purim is a treasure chest of insights into the human psyche.
—Rabbi Bruce D. Forman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
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Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Feb. 2026
This is what we’ve been told time and again, in movies and TV shows from Mommie Dearest and Carrie to Mad Men and The Sopranos, where the mother monster shows up in all her pill-popping, guilt-tripping, fright wig-wearing splendor to wreak havoc on her innocent children’s—and our—psyches.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
Through the striking comparison of yesterday’s expectations and the mundane reality of those who were born and raised in the shadow of a phantom project, Rosario Minervini performs a dissection of clinical precision of the delays that have weighed down Italy’s collective psyche over time.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
For me as a psychologist, Purim is a treasure chest of insights into the human psyche.
—Rabbi Bruce D. Forman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for psyche
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But what absorbs him most is the intense kinship that the San feel with the elephants, to the point where, at a bonfire dance, a kind of cross-species migration of souls seems to take place.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
27 Feb. 2026
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That contrast, natural and refined, is what gives it soul.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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Get clarity on a key point in your own mind.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Feb. 2026
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That concept isn’t out of sight, out of mind.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2026
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Reiner made a film that was poignant and inspiring, and Shaiman's music captures not only the spirit of the film, but of the dear friend who made it.—
Tracy Smith,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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With his bright smile, playful spirit, and creative mind, Jeycen continues to discover and explore the world in his own unique way.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
1 Mar. 2026
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Alfredo, 41, and Kelly Muñoz, 34, were arrested on suspicion of murder and torture in November after Tilly was rushed to the hospital with a severe brain injury.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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Tuesday, the baby was airlifted to Loyola University Medical Center with skull fractures and hemorrhaging in his brain, police said, and placed on life support.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Over his last four seasons as head coach, including 2021 in New Orleans, Payton’s offense has not ranked inside the top 10 in points and yards.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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Avtar had worked as the temple’s head cook for the last 23 years, and he was deeply involved in service to both the Sikh community and the Tracy area in general, Deep said.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Does this sound like a trivial use of the human intellect?—
Paul Keane,
Hartford Courant,
22 Feb. 2026
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Respected by colleagues and clients alike, Silvia has built a reputation defined by consistency, intellect, and integrity.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Psyche.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psyche. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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