RAPID EYE MOVEMENT Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

rapid eye movement

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as in dreaming

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Recent Examples of rapid eye movement It is called rapid eye movement sleep because the eyes move quickly during this phase even though the eyelids are closed. —

Daniel Combs, Verywell Health, 8 Aug. 2024 Longer sleep phases Women tend to spend more time in the deep and REM (rapid eye movement) phases of sleep, stages that are essential for regenerating tissues, consolidating memories and recharging mental energy. —

Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024 Unfortunately, Rue was diagnosed with REM (rapid eye movement) disorder and a trauma response problem. —

Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024 Just like humans, dogs go through sleep cycles, including REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, which is when the most vivid dreams happen. —

Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rapid eye movement

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