as in trance
a temporary state of unconsciousness
syncope has been reported in a small percentage of patients taking the drug
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Recent Examples of syncope
Fainting, known medically as syncope, is a common enough problem caused by diminished blood flow to the brain.
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Lisa Sanders, M.d., New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Symptoms: Fainting in short durations Dizziness light-headedness from standing too long or suddenly sitting up
People experiencing heat syncope should sit in a cool place and slowly drink water, clear juice or a sports drink.
—Shamani Salahuddin, The Tennessean, 26 June 2024
Heat Syncope Fainting, or syncope, occurs when someone stands for too long or stands up suddenly after sitting or lying down.
—Shamani Salahuddin, The Tennessean, 26 June 2024
The Mayo Clinic explains that vasovagal syncope causes a person's body to overreact to certain triggers, which in turn makes their heart rate or blood pressure drop suddenly.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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Lisa Sanders, M.d., New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Symptoms: Fainting in short durations Dizziness light-headedness from standing too long or suddenly sitting up
People experiencing heat syncope should sit in a cool place and slowly drink water, clear juice or a sports drink.
—Shamani Salahuddin, The Tennessean, 26 June 2024
Heat Syncope Fainting, or syncope, occurs when someone stands for too long or stands up suddenly after sitting or lying down.
—Shamani Salahuddin, The Tennessean, 26 June 2024
The Mayo Clinic explains that vasovagal syncope causes a person's body to overreact to certain triggers, which in turn makes their heart rate or blood pressure drop suddenly.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for syncope
Noun
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It’s shaped by my love of the melancholic songwriting traditions of Europe from composers like Monteverdi and John Dowland, all the way to ’90s Eurodance and the uplifting trance of the 2000s—artists like Gigi D’Agostino and Alice Deejay.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
8 July 2025
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The Japanese slugger was introduced before each at-bat to loud roars that continued until a few seconds before the pitch, when the crowd went into a silent trance that’s normally reserved for events like Wimbledon or the Masters.—
David Brandt,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
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The cost of membership and customization Joining Aerie is not for the faint of wallet.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
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Enchanting the Club Silencio audience with a powerfully emotional performance, Del Rio’s character faints (or worse) and crumples to the stage floor as the song hits its crescendo.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
27 June 2025
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The National Honor Society member also plays field hockey and is on the varsity swim team.—
Matt Roy,
Boston Herald,
10 July 2025
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The fundraiser offers quarter-mile, half-mile and 1- and 2-mile swim lengths.—
Allana Smith,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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“Syncope.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/syncope. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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