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or physiologic
as in physical
of or relating to the functioning of living bodies or their parts
People often have a physiological response to fear, such as sweating or shaking.
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For one, the researchers want to better understand what is happening on a physiological level when people run in poor air quality.
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Claire Maldarelli, Scientific American, 28 Feb. 2025
Your cells chemically convert between these forms to carry out various physiological functions.
—Aliasger K. Salem, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
All of these physiological changes can contribute to dizziness.5
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Attendees will also learn about the unique physiological benefits of shoes built specifically for women athletes, as well as the growing impact of women’s basketball on the global stage.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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Claire Maldarelli, Scientific American, 28 Feb. 2025
Your cells chemically convert between these forms to carry out various physiological functions.
—Aliasger K. Salem, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
All of these physiological changes can contribute to dizziness.5
Stress vs. Anxiety: What Are the Differences?
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2025
Attendees will also learn about the unique physiological benefits of shoes built specifically for women athletes, as well as the growing impact of women’s basketball on the global stage.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for physiological
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“Physiological.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/physiological. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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