as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
a worrisome deterioration in the acuity of his hearing over the years
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The article followed Biden's disastrous performance in the first presidential debate, which sparked concerns about his mental acuity and ability to defeat Trump.
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Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025
What to Know But even as the public grows increasingly concerned over whether aging politicians have the mental acuity or fresh ideas needed to lead the country, many have held onto their seats.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Devices like smart watches, smart earphones and earbuds, and smart glasses will collect more valuable personal health data, including glucose levels, hearing and vision acuity, blood pressure, heart rate and much more.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Age was a hot topic in this most recent presidential election, especially after former President Joe Biden, 82, ended his reelection bid due to escalated concerns about his acuity.
—Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
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Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025
What to Know But even as the public grows increasingly concerned over whether aging politicians have the mental acuity or fresh ideas needed to lead the country, many have held onto their seats.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Devices like smart watches, smart earphones and earbuds, and smart glasses will collect more valuable personal health data, including glucose levels, hearing and vision acuity, blood pressure, heart rate and much more.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Age was a hot topic in this most recent presidential election, especially after former President Joe Biden, 82, ended his reelection bid due to escalated concerns about his acuity.
—Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
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“Acuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acuity. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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