physicality
noun
phys·i·cal·i·ty
ˌfi-zə-ˈka-lə-tē 
plural physicalities
1
: intensely physical orientation : predominance of the physical usually at the expense of the mental, spiritual, or social
2
: a physical aspect or quality
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Krasinski employs his trademark charisma, physicality and light comic touch to fine effect, but his character doesn’t feel believable for a moment.
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Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2025
And then there’s Greer, who brings a perfect blend of physicality and offensive pop to fit exactly what Maurice wants in a fourth-line forward.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
What are the different ways bullying can show up?
Violence
There's no real graphic violence in the movie, but here are some examples of aggressiveness and physicality that show up:
A girl is pushed off a stage during a performance.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 May 2025
Admittedly, that will be a tough task, as OTAs will feature limited contact, and physicality is a big part of the evaluation for safeties.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2025
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Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2025
And then there’s Greer, who brings a perfect blend of physicality and offensive pop to fit exactly what Maurice wants in a fourth-line forward.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
What are the different ways bullying can show up?
Violence
There's no real graphic violence in the movie, but here are some examples of aggressiveness and physicality that show up:
A girl is pushed off a stage during a performance.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 May 2025
Admittedly, that will be a tough task, as OTAs will feature limited contact, and physicality is a big part of the evaluation for safeties.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for physicality
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“Physicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physicality. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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