impulsively
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Elena assumes “an attitude of absolute detachment” after Lila impulsively steals the boy she loves.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025
Dr. Zamorano noted that the effect was strongest among the most devoted fans, whose self-regulatory systems temporarily failed when their team identity felt threatened -- explaining why some fans may react impulsively during high-stakes moments.
From Science Daily • Nov. 11, 2025
Nearly half of social-media users say they have impulsively bought an item they first saw on their social-media feed, according to a Capital One Shopping Research report published in May.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 10, 2025
The judge found the couple had "poor decision-making skills" and a "potential to act impulsively".
From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025
“No,” Ash said impulsively, and then she knew she had made a mistake.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
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