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lexical retrieval

Lexical retrieval is the complex, multi-stage cognitive process by which the brain selects a word from its mental lexicon during speech or writing. It involves navigating between the abstract concept of an object and the specific linguistic sounds required to name it. Breakdowns in this process provide researchers with valuable insights into how the brain organises and accesses the thousands of words stored in long-term memory.

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