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existing in a physical form
- The doctor examined the corporeal symptoms before determining the appropriate treatment plan.
- The corporeal structure of the building was reinforced with steel beams to withstand earthquakes.
- Although the legend spoke of a corporeal monster, no one had ever seen it firsthand.
- The corporeal effects of aging were evident in her posture and movements.
- His corporeal form seemed to vanish into thin air, leaving only his shadow behind.
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having a physical and not spiritual nature
- In many religious teachings, corporeal life is just a brief phase before the spiritual journey begins.
- Their understanding of the universe was grounded in corporeal evidence, rejecting metaphysical explanations.
- He was focused on the corporeal aspects of life, such as health, wealth, and material success.
- The corporeal world is often seen as temporary and flawed compared to the eternal, spiritual realm.
- The research was based entirely on corporeal evidence, without reference to any spiritual beliefs.