brain waves

noun

Definition of brain wavesnext
plural of brain wave
as in theories

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  1. theories
  2. hypotheses
  3. convictions
  4. observations
  5. assumptions
  6. inspirations
  7. perceptions
  8. beliefs
Noun
  • As with most conspiracies on the internet, the truth is often far less interesting than the most outlandish theories.
    Lucy Ford, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
  • All or any of those theories could explain the decision to step back from the documentary footage, however, Harry's absence from Polo first leaked via the Daily Mail back in September in an article that suggested Netflix was not happy with the approach and wanted more bang for its buck.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of theories
Noun
  • His approach involves forming hypotheses, traveling to meet world leaders and rigorously testing the ideas.
    Peter High, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Though the researchers couldn’t answer exactly why alcohol consumption was so high among the US adults surveyed, Lee has a few hypotheses.
    Sam Tupper, CNN, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of hypotheses
Noun
  • During the next 22 years, she was involved in a cavalcade of mostly low-level criminal cases, including a trio of burglary convictions, a grand theft conviction and a shoplifting conviction.
    Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The lesson here is that staying true to a brand’s convictions earns the long-term loyalty of customers who share the same values.
    Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of convictions
Noun
  • Before speaking with your manager, prepare your observations and consider if, or how, the situation is impacting your work.
    Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Now, according to a new paper in The Astrophysical Journal, new measurements from Webb have confirmed that the Hubble tension isn't due to some flaw in our observations, but instead potentially due to the influence of dark matter and dark energy.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of observations
Noun
  • Imagine a world where product decisions are no longer based on assumptions or guesswork.
    Dan Rogers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Thanks to Mike Roberts of UME Projects for his knowledge of assumptions of government loans.
    Christopher A. Combs, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of assumptions
Noun
  • With his theatrical flair and inspirations of epic proportions, Galliano immediately became famous for his ultra-feminine gowns, innovative tailoring and a cheeky, streetwise edge.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Watch on Deadline Below, Graves talks to Deadline about his inspirations, working with young actors and raising awareness about the plights of child labor.
    Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of inspirations
Noun
  • With Mars retrograde in Leo, you’re being pulled back into old philosophies and perceptions.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The post-election shift in the economic perceptions of Republicans and Democrats is not shocking.
    Matt Egan, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of perceptions
Noun
  • Conforming Conforming involves adjusting your own beliefs or behaviors to align with someone else’s.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Instead of adjusting their beliefs, individuals advocate for their perspective and attempt to sway others to see things their way.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of beliefs
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