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Emotional

/ɪˈmoʊʃənəl/adjective
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Emotional refers to anything related to feelings, sensations, or the inner experiences that drive human behavior, such as joy, fear, or anger. In modern contexts, it's often used to describe people who are deeply influenced by their emotions, which can enhance creativity and empathy but also lead to challenges in rational decision-making.

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Did you know that the human face can produce over 10,000 distinct expressions of emotion, as studied by psychologist Paul Ekman, which has been pivotal in developing lie detection techniques and even animated films like Pixar's Inside Out? This vast array of expressions highlights how emotions are not just internal but universally communicated through subtle facial cues.

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