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hyper

[hahy-per] / ˈhaɪ pər /












ADJECTIVE
overexcited
Synonyms
















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"When we inactivate these neurons, the mice become hyper distractable," Kothari said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 24, 2026

“Everyone’s hyper focused on the number of units,” Allman said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Vance said Trump was "hyper aware" of the issue.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

"More than half experienced physical symptoms including difficulty sleeping, headaches or excessive tiredness, while nearly two thirds reported behavioural changes such as distrusting others or hyper vigilance," Halkon said.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

She was as hyper as I was and super flexible as a gymnast, and her playful antics during practice made me laugh.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles




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