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The Effects of Language on Semantic Satisfaction
Researchers have speculated that viewing a word in isolation or when it's being used in a way that isn't tied to its meaning can also increase the chance of semantic satiation. So the next time you read or hear a word that suddenly doesn't feel like a word to you anymore, notice what kind of word it is. Is it short? Is it boring? Is it already weak on concrete meaning, like prepositions and articles? Then don't worry, just give your brain a little break and the problem should go away.