as in awareness
a state of being aware
a glaring problem that somehow has yet to penetrate the consciousness of the people that run this company
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Recent Examples of consciousness
Their presence indicates that connections between the thalamus and cortex — two key parts of the brain necessary for consciousness — are intact and working.
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Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
Strategizing a way to pass the trials without being ousted as a demon, Ne Zha allows Ao Bing’s spirit to take over his consciousness.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 2 Mar. 2025
And yet the feat escaped widespread notice and disappeared from our collective consciousness.
—Cassidy Randall, Rolling Stone, 2 Mar. 2025
This can cause symptoms ranging from headaches, dizziness, and nausea to confusion, seizures, and loss of consciousness.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
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Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
Strategizing a way to pass the trials without being ousted as a demon, Ne Zha allows Ao Bing’s spirit to take over his consciousness.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 2 Mar. 2025
And yet the feat escaped widespread notice and disappeared from our collective consciousness.
—Cassidy Randall, Rolling Stone, 2 Mar. 2025
This can cause symptoms ranging from headaches, dizziness, and nausea to confusion, seizures, and loss of consciousness.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consciousness
Noun
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Create joint awareness campaigns to promote economic assistance programs.—
Courier-News,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2025
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What is certain not to change anytime soon is the distinct connection between American consumers and celebrities and the ability to create on-demand awareness for your brand through that powerful relationship.—
Anthony Moniello,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The Red Storm, an afterthought for so long, are now receiving attention in New York City and beyond.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Playing strategic games like online chess demands strategic planning and focused attention.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There’s also walking meditation, a foundational mindfulness technique.—
Carolyn L. Todd,
SELF,
6 Mar. 2025
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Cultural sensitivity matters: Consider diverse perspectives when developing mindfulness programs.—
First Place for Youth,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Consciousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consciousness. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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