sensory
adjective
sen·so·ry
ˈsen(t)-sə-rē 
ˈsen(t)s-rē
Examples of sensory in a Sentence
A study was conducted on sensory stimulation and its effects on the brain.
trying to listen to music while watching the TV and eating dinner caused a sort of sensory overload
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The spa The spa at Joia Aruba features a hydrotherapy area, a steam room, and seven treatment rooms designed to offer unique sensory experiences.
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José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
If attendees become overstimulated and need a break, there’s also a sensory quiet room where a behavioral therapist is available to assist.
—Alyssa Ramos, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2026
Unlike conventional theme parks with flashing lights and other heavy sensory stimulation, the park will avoid blinking and strobing effects, planning documents say.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 14, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Thomas signed the papers to start her nonprofit in October 2023 and Hearts in the Park has been hosting free sensory-friendly activities for youth through 22 and their families ever since.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
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José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
If attendees become overstimulated and need a break, there’s also a sensory quiet room where a behavioral therapist is available to assist.
—Alyssa Ramos, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2026
Unlike conventional theme parks with flashing lights and other heavy sensory stimulation, the park will avoid blinking and strobing effects, planning documents say.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 14, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Thomas signed the papers to start her nonprofit in October 2023 and Hearts in the Park has been hosting free sensory-friendly activities for youth through 22 and their families ever since.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for sensory
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“Sensory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sensory. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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sensory
adjective
sen·so·ry
ˈsen(t)s-(ə-)rē
1
: of or relating to sensation or to the senses
sensory stimulation
2
: carrying nerve impulses from the sense organs toward or to the brain : afferent
a sensory nerve
Medical Definition
sensory
adjective
sen·so·ry
ˈsen(t)s-(ə-)rē
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