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Ironic process theory Uncommon

Origin: Latin suffix -ory

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The theory of the psychological process whereby deliberate attempts to suppress certain thoughts make them more likely to surface.

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surface psychological deliberate white bear problem process thought attempt suppress
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ory cory rory sory lory dory gory jory pory frory flory emory atory glory chory story moory amory armory memory
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