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spontaneous

[spon-tey-nee-uhs] / spɒnˈteɪ ni əs /


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This one-sided empathy is not a spontaneous response to compelling facts, however.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

This type of spontaneous movement has been linked to longevity in other species as well.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

They want the gathering to feel casual, spontaneous — the sort of event where everyone simply appears with something charming and the table somehow assembles itself.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

"We're speaking up for the wider visitor economy - from heritage sites to theme parks - and the thousands of jobs that depend on spontaneous visits."

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

The first time Sandy appeared, running across the stage being chased by the dog catcher, the audience broke into spontaneous applause.

From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg