subliminal
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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
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
Some may be tempted to dust off their old copies of L'Express from the Grumbach years in search of subliminal pro-Soviet messaging.
From BBC • Feb. 15, 2024
Melton’s casting offers its own subliminal commentary on the power dynamics at play: Best known for “Riverdale,” he’s the youngest and least established of the three principal actors, and might initially seem the most overmatched.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2023
The flashes of blue on our walk were subliminal reminders of the sea that circled the shops and houses in town.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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Latin Root "sub" Words
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Power Prefix: sub-
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"A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury
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