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awakening

[uh-wey-kuh-ning] / əˈweɪ kə nɪŋ /


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"There has been a political awakening among younger people," she added, saying people were "very curious" about the parties, policies and candidates.

From Barron's

When sleep is repeatedly disrupted by frequent awakenings, shorter sleep duration, or pauses in breathing, the cardiovascular system loses critical recovery time.

From Science Daily

It was a rude awakening for three-time winners Inter, whose stature and budget dwarf that of the Norwegians and who are heavy favourites to win Serie A this season.

From Barron's

Its subtitle, about awakening and survival, underlines Mrie’s trajectory from submissive daughter to political actor and skilled observer.

From Los Angeles Times

A similarly unexpected political awakening seemed to be happening just down the street at Downey City Hall, on the other side of the political aisle.

From Los Angeles Times