statotonic reflexes

[ stăt′ə-tŏn′ĭk ]

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Reflexes that control the tone of the limb muscles to maintain or regain a desired body position.

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The rainy weather could not ________ my elated spirits on my graduation day.

The unblinking electronic eye was an extension of his own reflexes and acuity—when the red light went on, all else was excluded.
‘A Fiery Tribune’|Clive Irving|September 1, 2013|DAILY BEAST
We already let computers target and shoot incoming missiles because no human has the reflexes to do it.
The Pros and Cons of Killer Robots|Josh Dzieza|May 30, 2013|DAILY BEAST
These are basic, basic journalistic skills drilled until they are reflexes and I would use them in any story for print.
Media Misfire: Accusing the Wrong Man in Connecticut Shooting|Howard Kurtz|December 15, 2012|DAILY BEAST
But those reflexes put the administration on the defensive from the start and may now have led to defeat.
Michael Tomasky Asks: Did Liberals Screw Obamacare?|Michael Tomasky|March 29, 2012|DAILY BEAST

When it comes to making fun of government bureaucracies, some Republicans have easily triggered laugh reflexes.
Newt Gingrich Shoots for the Moon (VIDEO)|Mark Katz|January 31, 2012|DAILY BEAST
That meant slower reflexes—and that, Forrester thought, might just give him the edge he needed.
Pagan Passions|Gordon Randall Garrett
Second, Forrester had discovered that Mars' basic reflexes were a trifle slower than his own.
Pagan Passions|Gordon Randall Garrett
At first automatic reflexes produce all kinds of motions, and each movement awakes kinesthetic and muscle sensations.
Introduction to the Science of Sociology|Robert E. Park
His small physique covered a fantastic set of reflexes, however, and Logan's sense of humor was a quality of utmost importance.
Tight Squeeze|Dean Charles Ing
My pulse upon examination was ten beats above the usual, and my reflexes were increased.
The Poison Belt|Arthur Conan Doyle