impulsive
Example Sentences
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So really, the message here is that we should all be more impulsive and slightly unhinged — Anna ends up living her Tuscan dreams after all.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
"We found that flies consuming caffeine at night were less able to suppress movement, displaying impulsive behaviors such as reckless flying despite these aversive conditions."
From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026
Dr Berkowski says prevalence rates of impulsive behaviours should be one of the first things shown in all leaflets because of their potential to "ruin" lives.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
Some senior aides have occasionally encouraged him against making impulsive posts to his account, according to a person familiar with the matter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
He had always been a nervous and impulsive person, but lately his emotions were almost out of control.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
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