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Short Stuff: Semantic Satiation

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Semantic Satisfaction Is the One That Everyone Says

Leon James coined the term semantic satiation in 1962. He described it as a kind of fatigue, similar to when a cell fires for the fourth time. The brain likes to conserve energy by not responding to the same stimulus over and over again. SoFi was named the best lender for saving money by CNBC Select. Visit SoFi.com slash New Home to learn more about sofa mortgage loans.

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