dialectical
adjective
di·a·lec·ti·cal
ˌdī-ə-ˈlek-ti-kəl 
variants
or less commonly dialectic
1
philosophy
a
: of, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic
dialectical method
dialectical reasoning
b
: practicing, devoted to, or employing dialectic
a dialectical philosopher
2
linguistics
: of, relating to, or characteristic of a dialect
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But these seductions or deceptions are canceled when the work confronts us with the photographic records of the performative procedure itself—and not only by making the photograph an integral component, the dialectical complement to the material sculptural production.
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Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 June 2025
Her private practice specializes in using dialectical behavior therapy and other cognitive behavioral approaches to treat different mood, anxiety, and personality disorders.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
This approach is known as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 7 May 2025
Additionally, techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and mindfulness practices can now be delivered through AI, making therapy more scalable and cost-effective.
—Petr Tolochkov, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
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Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 June 2025
Her private practice specializes in using dialectical behavior therapy and other cognitive behavioral approaches to treat different mood, anxiety, and personality disorders.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
This approach is known as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 7 May 2025
Additionally, techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and mindfulness practices can now be delivered through AI, making therapy more scalable and cost-effective.
—Petr Tolochkov, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
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“Dialectical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dialectical. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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