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physiological

[fiz-ee-uh-loj-i-kuhl] / ˌfɪz i əˈlɒdʒ ɪ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
concerning living organisms, their parts, and functions
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Guzzo said that Kennedy’s comments reflect an insistence on finding a physiological reason for population decline, despite there being no evidence for that.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

“They’re really blasting you with these super physiological doses of UV radiation that you couldn’t even find in a natural environment,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

He says Sawe, whose success he puts down to physiological advantages paired with an excellent attitude, is far from reaching his full potential only four races into his marathon career.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Even though physiological signs of sleep pressure gradually decreased, participants reported that their sleep felt deeper as time went on.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

The physiological effect of DDD is probably unique among insecticides, for it destroys part of the adrenal gland — the cells of the outer layer known as the adrenal cortex, which secretes the hormone cortin.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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