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emotional

[ih-moh-shuh-nl] / ɪˈmoʊ ʃə nl /


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The emotional intensity of the moment dissolves, the wounds heal, and time marches onward.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

They climbed their way through the competition and reached the live final on 30 May before being crowned winners, as Clarkson looked emotional and applauded as they performed their original song.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Several hormones can spike in men when they become dads, including oxytocin, linked to better relationship quality; vasopressin, associated with emotional bonding; and prolactin, which promotes lactation in women and caregiving behavior in guys.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Misophonia triggers strong emotional reactions to certain sounds.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Children’s expression of emotional meaning in music through expressive body movement.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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