cerebral
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In Congress and other positions, Becerra earned a reputation as a cerebral, analytical politician who would fully commit to his positions after taking time to mull them through.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
It said he had been suffering from a range of conditions including "cerebral edema associated with severe neurological injury", a respiratory infection and renal failure.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
The basal ganglia receive information from the cerebral cortex, which helps control thinking, social behavior, and the ability to decide which sensory information deserves attention.
From Science Daily • May 10, 2026
“My folks left a special care trust for my brother, who had cerebral palsy. I am the trustee, along with my son,” she wrote.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
“Ooh, here’s the part about you. Listen to this! ‘One outstanding member of the Spaulding team is Melody Brooks, an eleven-year-old who has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper
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