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hyperacuity

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Definition of hyperacuity

as in hypersensitivity

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For a small subset of people with severe, treatment-resistant autoimmune or hypersensitivity conditions, there may be a short-term clinical rationale worth exploring under medical supervision.

— Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Because of his accident, Francesco developed various skin conditions such as the inability to sweat, rosacea, eczema and hypersensitivity to ingredients.

— Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026

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Across Illinois and the nation, hospitals have been closing inpatient pediatric units and shuttering high-acuity Level 1 facilities as reimbursement declines.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
James roves among the attackers’ perspectives before and during the event, his experimental style, psychological acuity, and ragged lyricism on display.

— Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

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Nonetheless, no agreements have been reached yet, partly because of the complexities of the issues surrounding AI, as well as sensitivities around how Hollywood talent and unions would react, the sources said.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Besides a wide-field infrared camera that matches Hubble’s sensitivity but is 1,000 times faster, Roman holds an instrument to block out starlight.

— Marcia Dunn, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026

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