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delta wave

American  

noun

Physiology.
  1. any of the slow brain waves constituting delta rhythm.


Etymology

Origin of delta wave

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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During the delta wave, cases began to rise in the UK in June; they rose in the U.S. in July.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2022

One wouldn’t know that looking at state data, which shows the delta wave peak exceeding the peak of the current surge.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 18, 2022

The delta wave of the coronavirus caused a lull that dropped monthly income from around $40,000 to less than $10,000.

From Washington Post • May 5, 2022

Before the delta wave had even subsided, omicron came roaring in, sickening tens of millions as 2021 turned into 2022.

From Washington Post • Apr. 27, 2022

Even when the delta wave ebbed, the toll continued to rise.

From Washington Times • Apr. 13, 2022