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the act of arousing
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mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse
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the process of waking up or becoming active and alert, often influenced by environmental stimuli or internal biological rhythms
- The bird's arousal at dawn was triggered by the first light of day.
- Arousal from hibernation in bears is a gradual process influenced by temperature changes.
- The arousal of nocturnal animals occurs as the sun sets, preparing them for nighttime activity.
- Circadian rhythms play a crucial role in the arousal patterns of many animals.
- The arousal response in mammals can be rapid, allowing them to react quickly to potential threats upon waking.
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a state of heightened physiological activity