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active memory

a memory that is currently the focus of consciousness or was recently in awareness, as distinct from the vast body of stored memories that are currently inactive. Activation occurs through retrieval. According to one theory, an item in short-term or working memory is an item from long-term memory that has been activated.

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October 18th 2024

nadle

nadle

n. see two-spirit.