as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
a worrisome deterioration in the acuity of his hearing over the years
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Recent Examples of acuity
In a move that might provide evidence of his failing mental acuity, President Biden airlifted Su out of that mess, nominating her to run the federal Department of Labor.
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Will Swaim, Oc Register, 1 June 2025
His team dismissed concerns about his age and acuity as dirty politics.
—Doug Friednash, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
This alignment enables more sustainable execution and long-term mental acuity.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
Biden's time in office was marked by concerns over his age and acuity, which came to a head after his disastrous presidential debate with Donald Trump last year.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
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Will Swaim, Oc Register, 1 June 2025
His team dismissed concerns about his age and acuity as dirty politics.
—Doug Friednash, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
This alignment enables more sustainable execution and long-term mental acuity.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
Biden's time in office was marked by concerns over his age and acuity, which came to a head after his disastrous presidential debate with Donald Trump last year.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acuity
sensitivity
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The recent Spanish fraud scheme is currently under investigation by Spain’s National Court continues, underscoring persistent challenges and sensitivities surrounding Sephardic citizenship laws across Iberia.—
Orge Castellano,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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While investors should remain aware of the substantial debt and historical sensitivity to market downturns, the long-term prospects for Jazz Pharmaceuticals seem positive for those with a 3-5 year investment horizon.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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“Acuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acuity. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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