sensory
adjective
sen·so·ry
ˈsen(t)s-rē 
ˈsen(t)-sə-rē
Examples of sensory in a Sentence
A study was conducted on sensory stimulation and its effects on the brain.
trying to listen to music while watching the TV and eating dinner caused a sort of sensory overload
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Dogs experience social isolation, lack of behaviorally appropriate sensory stimuli, physical confinement to small spaces, forcible restraint, and other issues.
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Jessica Pierce, TIME, 23 June 2024
In addition to performances offered with the sensory sensitive in mind, the arts center now is working on plans for sensory-friendly performance spaces.
—Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2024
Simply create a sensory bin for each kiddo and keep them busy and playing creatively for hours on end.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 20 June 2024
The award-winning spa includes a steam bath, sauna, sensory bath and organic, natural skincare treatments, including vinotherapy.
—Katie Jackson, Robb Report, 20 June 2024
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Jessica Pierce, TIME, 23 June 2024
In addition to performances offered with the sensory sensitive in mind, the arts center now is working on plans for sensory-friendly performance spaces.
—Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2024
Simply create a sensory bin for each kiddo and keep them busy and playing creatively for hours on end.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 20 June 2024
The award-winning spa includes a steam bath, sauna, sensory bath and organic, natural skincare treatments, including vinotherapy.
—Katie Jackson, Robb Report, 20 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for sensory
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“Sensory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sensory. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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sensory
adjective
sen·so·ry
ˈsen(t)s-(ə-)rē
1
: of or relating to sensation or to the senses
sensory stimulation
2
: carrying nerve impulses from the sense organs toward or to the brain : afferent
a sensory nerve
Medical Definition
sensory
adjective
sen·so·ry
ˈsen(t)s-(ə-)rē
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