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hyper

[hahy-per] / ˈhaɪ pər /












ADJECTIVE
overexcited
Synonyms
















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After abandoning the Americana of their first few albums for something more personal, Rose has explored the many facets of pop, whether indie-, hyper- or otherwise.

From Washington Post • Apr. 12, 2023

Almost all prokaryotes have a cell wall, a protective structure that allows them to survive in both hyper- and hypo-osmotic conditions.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Funny, nobody sought to ban swimmer Michael Phelps for his naturally occurring hyper- and double-extended joints, longer-than-average torso and wingspan, or powerful lung capacity.

From New York Times • Jul. 23, 2021

"This is not the stuff of hyper- or even double-digit inflation, but it is draining and seemingly one thing after another," he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2014

Your last very instructive letter shall make me very cautious on the hyper- speculative points we have been discussing.

From Life and Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1 by Darwin, Francis, Sir




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