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salience

[say-lee-uhns, sayl-yuhns] / ˈseɪ li əns, ˈseɪl jəns /




NOUN
jutting
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Higher PAD was observed in the default mode network, as well as in the salience network, putamen and thalamus.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 29, 2026

The salience of A.I. concerns has skyrocketed overnight.

From Slate ● Sep. 19, 2026

Following Seeley’s insight, others showed how changes in the salience network can be detected in schizophrenia and autism—conditions where patients lose awareness of social nuance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026

The salience of both news organizations is waning.

From Barron's ● Dec. 22, 2025

Schofield’s face paled slightly and his mouth closed tightly, exhibiting the salience of his jaw.

From The Harbor of Doubt by George W. Gage




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