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synchronicity

A magical connection of "coincidental" events that when you point out, makes you more intelligent than everyone else.
I was just thinking of the word synchronicity when I stumbled upon this definition.
by the dip May 13, 2007
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synchronized emoting

When a large group of people have the same reactions (to a sporting event, horror movie, cute cat video) at the exact same time without advanced planning.
"I have no idea what they were watching on her laptop, but their synchronized emoting told me that it was gross from all the gasps and 'ew's I heard."
by Cosmokitty November 7, 2011
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synchronized spank

I did a synchronized spank with my buddy a few days back, it was awkward locking eyes but other than that it was pretty cool
by RandomCrackerZack June 14, 2017
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synchronized day dream

A day dream in which two people that are linked in some way both have. It may or may not be at the same time.
I very much prefer to view us as the madly in love couple that we really are, versus people who have a synchronized day dream.
by SweetPea 2013 September 24, 2017
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Synchronized Muff Diving

When two female Olympic divers 69.
“Did you watch the Games last night? You just know the Canadian women’s team did some synchronized muff diving in their hotel later.”
by LinzerTorte July 27, 2021
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Synchronic Event

Synchronic Event /sɪnˈkrɒnɪk ɪˈvɛnt/
Noun phrase

A Synchronic Event is a classification for a sequence or series of synchronicities that have occurred with enough frequency or significance to warrant focused study, interpretation, or action. Unlike "synchronicity," which denotes the observation of meaningfully related but non-causal events, "Synchronic Event" represents the singularity of these events as a collective entity, implying a heightened level of recognition and intention to understand or engage with them.

Etymology:
The term "Synchronic Event" combines "synchronic," which is derived from "synchronicity," with "event." This pairing creates a novel concept that extends beyond mere observation of coincidental or meaningfully related events. Instead, it moves toward intentional recognition and focused study or analysis of such occurrences when they form a pattern or sequence that warrants further attention.

Usage:
In academic contexts, especially within the realms of psychology, sociology, and philosophy, a Synchronic Event refers to a specifically identified series of non-causal but meaningfully connected occurrences that prompt further investigation or action.
The repeated co-occurrence of a rare bird species and a local festival, over multiple years, led naturalists to label it a Synchronic Event, sparking new conservation initiatives.
by Kewk September 20, 2023
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