as in spontaneous
arising from deeply-felt feelings and responses as opposed to conscious intellect
He had a visceral reaction to the sight of blood.
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Recent Examples of visceral
The pace is a visceral reflection of both AI’s rapid progress and Roher’s jittery state of mind.
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Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Mom mode is disorienting on a visceral level.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 27 Jan. 2026
The exhibition’s visceral title, American Sublime, serves as a distinct reflection of how Sherald wants this particular body of work to be framed.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Jan. 2026
An immersive approach transforms the Titanic from a distant historical event into a visceral, personal experience.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
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Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Mom mode is disorienting on a visceral level.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 27 Jan. 2026
The exhibition’s visceral title, American Sublime, serves as a distinct reflection of how Sherald wants this particular body of work to be framed.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Jan. 2026
An immersive approach transforms the Titanic from a distant historical event into a visceral, personal experience.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for visceral
Recent Examples of Synonyms for visceral
Adjective
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Of course, some of the best opportunities to experience the world's game will be unofficial and unplanned—from spontaneous pickup games to late-night football anthem sing-alongs.—
Hannah Towey,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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Scientists now think chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) is an autoimmune disease, at least for most people.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman,
Health,
10 Feb. 2026
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The leaf shutter in the lens has a range from bulb to 1/500th of a second and is controlled via a mechanical film advance lever built around brass gears and mechanisms that provides a tactile experience.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Feb. 2026
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Driving through deep water can also damage a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This local reflex system reduces damage, improves safety and makes interactions feel more natural.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Or just a reflex mean-reversion trade in some laggard sectors at a time when the AI theme has become more fragmented and treacherous?—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
4 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Over half were additives typically added to ultraprocessed foods; the rest were more natural options, such as the use of lemon juice as a preservative or beet juice for color.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Moving to Charlotte has opened the door to the incredible natural beauty the Carolinas are known for — the mountains, lakes, forests and everything in between.—
Shindy Chen
February 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Your sign’s financial sector has reactive influences, and good decisions are seldom made when Universal stars are underwater.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Monday episodes will offer reactive analysis following the past weekend’s race drama, while Thursday episodes will dive deep into the biggest story of the week alongside interviews with big names on the F1 circuit.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
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Car lots, mechanic shops, and cafes line a forlorn stretch of Route 66 in central Amarillo, but vibrant art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, a bookstore, and record shop are concentrated in a lively 13-block strip of the famed highway west of the central business district.—
Pam LeBlanc,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2026
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In June 2020, the 72-year-old former police officer and mechanic pleaded guilty to 13 counts of first-degree murder and other crimes in order to avoid the death penalty.—
Christine Pelisek,
PEOPLE,
28 Dec. 2025
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“Visceral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visceral. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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