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as in genius
a very smart person
one of the finest intellects of our time
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as in intelligence
the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems
a child of great intellect as well as artistic talent
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Recent Examples of intellect
To date, there's no damning evidence proving that fluoridated water leads to any of the outcomes Kennedy mentioned, including loss of intellect.
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Erika Edwards, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
OpenAI’s generative AI chatbot sparked a wave of interest in the technology, as the broader public began to realize for the first time that machines might surpass mankind in intellect this generation.
—Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2024
Sting blends charisma, intellect and sonic sophistication on his tour.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
Meaningful work is a magnet for maximizing a leader's effort, intellect, emotional and social intelligence.
—Tony Gambill, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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Erika Edwards, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
OpenAI’s generative AI chatbot sparked a wave of interest in the technology, as the broader public began to realize for the first time that machines might surpass mankind in intellect this generation.
—Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2024
Sting blends charisma, intellect and sonic sophistication on his tour.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
Meaningful work is a magnet for maximizing a leader's effort, intellect, emotional and social intelligence.
—Tony Gambill, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intellect
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The original series followed an eccentric American family with five sons, including gifted genius Malcolm (played by Frankie Muniz), led by parents Hal (Bryan Cranston) and Lois (Jane Kaczmarek).Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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But there’s still plenty of offensive genius in his game.Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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Pieter Arntz, malware intelligence researcher at Malwarebytes is advising users to upgrade their software now.Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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This now extends to the American national security and intelligence sectors, where that loss of trust is problematic for a country with enduring global responsibilities and interests.Bernard Hudson, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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Bastions can be anything from castles to wizard towers or even friendly local pubs.Rob Wieland, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Essiedu’s attachment to the series echoes HBO’s previously laid out vision for the reimagining of the popular wizard adventure.Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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So the researchers look at this random, unrelated environmental factor to having ADHD — the fact the doctor is seeing these kids on Halloween — to get a sense of just how subjective and prone to error these decisions are.Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 17 Dec. 2024
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Despite the eight-month delay, there is a sense of urgency among NASA and its prime contractors for the program, especially with the specter of a new Trump administration that may opt for changes in the Artemis program.Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
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The scans identified the same levels of activity in the dopamine-rich areas of the brain in both groups and suggest that, for some, the excitement of romance burns brightly for, regardless of time.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial for brain health.Sarah Jividen, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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The reason for doing this was simple: Coach Sanders.Thomas Schlachter, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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Monaco Monaco may be known for its glamorous casino and exhilarating Grand Prix, but the world’s second-smallest country (after Vatican City) offers other reasons to visit.Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Intellect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intellect. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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