1
as in intellectual
much given to learning and thinking
a very cerebral jurist who has given much thought to what makes our nation's constitution work
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2
as in internal
of or relating to the mind
a young man given more to cerebral pursuits than to sporting activities
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Recent Examples of cerebral
His cerebral Alpine thriller Winter Sleepers (1997) attracted interest on the international festival scene, and his follow-up — a cheap crime drama about a girl, a gun, 20 minutes and DM 100,000 — would conquer the world.
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Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Feb. 2025
This enduring strain provides cerebral stimulation without anxiety, suitable for contemplative moments or social gatherings under the stars.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 20 Jan. 2025
Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, on the other hand, brings an introspective twist to this cerebral high.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025
High-altitude cerebral edema (HACE) is a severe and rare altitude sickness.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 24 Jan. 2025
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Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Feb. 2025
This enduring strain provides cerebral stimulation without anxiety, suitable for contemplative moments or social gatherings under the stars.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 20 Jan. 2025
Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, on the other hand, brings an introspective twist to this cerebral high.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025
High-altitude cerebral edema (HACE) is a severe and rare altitude sickness.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cerebral
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Much of my methodology was to start with deep intellectual research in books and visual guides, and then moving on to exploring Thailand firsthand in the physical world.—
Jim Halterman,
IndieWire,
24 Feb. 2025
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This will have devastating consequences for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities — individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.—
Courier-News,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2025
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Buckingham Palace conducted an internal inquiry, the results of which have never been made public.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
23 Feb. 2025
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Developing an internal knowledge repository centralized and accessible to personnel doing the work.—
Dr. Cynthia J. Young,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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There’s an option for a second helm in the main salon, but that choice would really mess with the feng shui that Aquila designed into this main inner social area.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2025
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He is called upon by a monk from a secretive temple to protect a powerful child from a corrupt master, forcing him to confront his inner demons.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
24 Feb. 2025
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The only regions with possible small improvements in drought conditions are along the Great Lakes and the interior New England area.—
Nikki Nolan,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Aunt Fannie's All Purpose Cleaning Vinegar Spray $12 Amazon Great Value All-Purpose Cleaning Vinegar, 64 oz. $2 Walmart Soft cloth or soft sponge Air fryers can (obviously) withstand super-high temperatures but many have nonstick interior coatings and the heating elements are very delicate too.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appétit,
21 Feb. 2025
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Williamson said earlier this week that his hamstring is completely healed, but his mental state remains a work in progress.—
oregonlive,
oregonlive,
13 Apr. 2023
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Sign up That Torrance pushed Vial and Eduardo to such mental anguish does not surprise immigrant-justice advocates.—
María Inés Taracena,
The New Republic,
12 Apr. 2023
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What ‘The Ick’ Really Means The ick, at its core, is both a social and psychological phenomenon.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Medical studies have shown that singing has both physical and psychological health benefits.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Cerebral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cerebral. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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