subliminal
Example Sentences
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First and foremost, Savannah Guthrie is famous in this subliminal, monocultural way that is unique to celebrities who host network morning shows.
From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026
It’s presented as a documentary, and the images of the Obamas have been weirdly inserted as almost a subliminal flash near the end.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026
"I wanted to give a little subliminal hint that I may be ending the Eras Tour era, but I may be entering a new era," she said.
From BBC • Aug. 13, 2025
Research into the psychology of food waste tends to focus on nudges, which are subliminal actions to change behavior, such as menus designed to highlight plant-based options.
From Salon • May 6, 2024
It’s not that smiles and nods are subliminal messages.
From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
