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conscious

[kon-shuhs] / ˈkɒn ʃəs /




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Those features include preventing teen ChatGPT users from engaging in romantic or other language that could encourage " emotional dependence," including preventing the tool from implying that it was in any way conscious.

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

The investigation provides another example of corporate America finding itself in the crosshairs for programs that were encouraged during prior administrations, either by the government or socially conscious investors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

Pike's lawyers said Tuesday that "against all odds" she was now "conscious, speaking, and continues to receive critical medical care."

From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026

Even if the choice of this outfit is that Wang is soft-launching his stick-and-poke tattooing side hustle, it’s still a conscious choice.

From Slate ● Oct. 3, 2026

He said nothing to Bits for an eternity, and it wasn’t until he saw the black sneakers in front of him on the steps that he felt conscious again.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

But Omaid Sharifi, a civil society activist based in Kabul who opposes capital punishment, believes the hangings will have little impact on the consciouses of the accused.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2014




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