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salivation

[sal-uh-vey-shuhn] / ˌsæl əˈveɪ ʃən /


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No celebration for a successful season, and no salivation for a top-tier prospect.

From Seattle Times Apr. 13, 2024

These people might also be more likely to experience physiological reactions to food cues including changes in heart rate and increased salivation.

From Salon Jan. 16, 2024

Those effects included slower heart rate and respiration, “pronounced tongue play, increased yawning, salivation, nasal secretion formation,” and reddening of a portion of the eyes, the report states.

From Washington Post Nov. 14, 2022

Common symptoms are increased salivation, balance disorders, vomiting, diarrhea and even unconsciousness.

From Scientific American Sep. 15, 2022

Others chewed gum to trigger salivation; Tommy Luther could spit off as much as half a pound in a few hours.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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