syncopes

Definition of syncopesnext
plural of syncope
as in trances
a temporary state of unconsciousness syncope has been reported in a small percentage of patients taking the drug

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Noun
  • These blackouts occur when intense X-ray and ultraviolet radiation from solar flares ionize Earth's upper atmosphere, interfering with high-frequency radio signals used by aviators, mariners and amateur radio operators.
    Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 11 May 2026
  • The Kremlin’s internet blackouts, which have raised howls among ordinary Russians, are due in part to Putin’s security concerns and anti-drone measures.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 9 May 2026
Noun
  • The latter, of course, gives better info, and the former gives fleeting metaphors and nearly faints from embarrassment.
    Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
  • The everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, neither faints nor is weary.
    John Biggs, Christian Science Monitor, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • The diver added that the swims were intended to provide officials insights into the memorial and its operations.
    Jim Mustian, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
  • The diver added that the swims were intended to provide officials with insights into the memorial and its operations.
    Jim Mustian, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
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“Syncopes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/syncopes. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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