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  2. Yawn - Wikipedia

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    Related individuals (r≥0.25) showed the greatest contagion, in terms of both occurrence of yawning and frequency of yawns. [45] Strangers and acquaintances showed a longer delay in the yawn response (latency) compared to friends and kin. [45] Hence, yawn contagion appears to be primarily driven by the emotional closeness between individuals. [45]

  3. The science behind why yawning is contagious - AOL

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    What about seeing someone else yawn? In a new study, researchers from the University of Nottingham looked at the brain to determine what makes yawning contagious.

  4. Why you yawn when you’re bored, according to experts - AOL

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    Yawning often feels involuntary—it’s triggered by the same part of the brain as sneezing, Sullivan says. But the difference is, a yawn can be controlled from “the top down” if you think ...

  5. Yawning is more contagious for the young, study says - AOL

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    Yawning. We all do it and yet there's no set explanation on why we do it. And just as mysterious is that the act of yawning seems to be contagious. A new study looking at that issue has found that ...

  6. Glossary of early twentieth century slang in the United States

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    Notes Works cited References External links 0-9 S.S. Kresge Lunch Counter and Soda Fountain, about 1920 86 Main article: 86 1. Soda-counter term meaning an item was no longer available 2. "Eighty-six" means to discard, eliminate, or deny service A abe's cabe 1. Five dollar bill 2. See fin, a fiver, half a sawbuck absent treatment Engaging in dance with a cautious partner ab-so-lute-ly ...

  7. Glossary of Generation Z slang - Wikipedia

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    Taking food from someone else. This term was created when the popular twitch streamer Fanum stole cookies from Kai Cenat during one of Cenat's live streams. [51] fire Term used to describe that something is impressive, good, or cool. [52] Also see lit. Alternative: flame. fit/fit check Term used to highlight or bring attention to one's outfit.

  8. Yawning may reveal how smart you are - AOL

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    Biologists led by a professor from SUNY Oneonta are saying that there may be a connection between intelligence and the length of yawning.

  9. Colloquialism - Wikipedia

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    The term refers to the language used by people who work in a particular area or who have a common interest. Similar to slang, it is shorthand used to express ideas, people, and things that are frequently discussed between members of a group. Unlike slang, it is often developed deliberately. [16]