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psychological

[sahy-kuh-loj-i-kuhl] / ˌsaɪ kəˈlɒdʒ ɪ kəl /


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In other words, the relentless urge to binge might not be a psychological failing or a lack of willpower but a measurable hormonal deficit that drugs might be able to treat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026

Although intermittent fasting has grown rapidly in popularity, researchers say much remains unknown about its long term psychological and behavioral effects compared with more traditional dieting strategies.

From Science Daily • Jul. 8, 2026

Elle Woods, as Reese Witherspoon originated her, posed a similar psychological obstacle for me, only the challenge was getting me into the theater as opposed to keeping me there.

From Salon • Jul. 6, 2026

Today, she still works with many women living with the consequences, both physical and psychological, of those experiences.

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2026

This sounds very simple, but its psychological effects are incalculable.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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