brain waves

noun

Definition of brain wavesnext
plural of brain wave
as in theories

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  1. theories
  2. convictions
  3. observations
  4. assumptions
  5. inspirations
  6. perceptions
  7. beliefs
Noun
  • Some people go at length to come up with wild theories, so Clémentine is more on that side.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 4 Oct. 2024
  • At one point, Sydney throws out several theories based on photos she’s found in the home, but no definitive answer is given.
    Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of theories
Noun
  • After their convictions, the brothers pursued unsuccessful appeals.
    Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • That payment is funded by establishing a new $20 fee on criminal convictions.
    Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of convictions
Noun
  • Morrison’s observations of Jonathan take the form of quips.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Atlanta Art Week was born from Walker’s observations of the city’s growing art atmosphere.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of observations
Noun
  • In addition, any opinions and assumptions expressed herein are made as of the date of this communication and are subject to change and/or withdrawal without notice.
    Katie Stockton, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Executives need to be able to assess how well the Corporate Explorer is advancing toward validating the assumptions on which the new venture is based.
    Andrew Binns, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of assumptions
Noun
  • Double Exposure maintains the series’ penchant for boldly wearing its inspirations on its sleeve.
    Isaiah Colbert, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
  • While the opening event celebrated the filmmakers with work on display, those same filmmakers wanted to honor career inspirations, with attendees shining praise on earlier trailblazers like Ann Hui, Chantal Akerman, Yasmin Ahmad, Lucrecia Martel, and Jane Campion.
    Ben Croll, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of inspirations
Noun
  • Voters are going to choose based on their perceptions of the project overall and its songs.
    Paul Grein, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
  • These perceptions form our reputation.
    Stacey Hanke, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of perceptions
Noun
  • Working alone is in your best interest, and staying out of conversations with people who don’t share your beliefs is favored.
    Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Rather than trying to rank particular paranormal beliefs, the new study examines peoples’ general attitudes toward provable versus non-provable concepts.
    Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of beliefs
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