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Vocabulary Entry
syncope
|noun • noun
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N
noun
A temporary loss of consciousness or fainting, often due to a lack of blood flow to the brain.
Example Sentences
"After running the marathon, she experienced a brief syncope."
"The doctor explained that syncope can be caused by various medical conditions."
"He had a history of syncope, so we made sure someone was always with him during races."
N
noun
The omission of sounds or letters from within a word, often to create a more fluid pronunciation.
Example Sentences
"Syncope can occur in casual speech, making words easier to say."
"In poetry, syncope is often used to maintain the rhythm of a verse."
"The word 'ev'ry' is a common example of syncope in English."