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One of the critical determinants of sustained hypervigilance seems to be what MacCurdy 1943 labeled a nearmiss experience.
Handbook of Stress Leo Goldberger 1993
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Victoria Pendleton clinched a strong weekend's racing with a very nearmiss following a stewards 'inquiry in the keirin after producing rides in the opening rounds which looked as seamless as her fifth sprint world title yesterday.
Sport news, comment and results | guardian.co.uk William Fotheringham 2010
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Victoria Pendleton clinched a strong weekend's racing with a very nearmiss following a stewards 'inquiry in the keirin after producing rides in the opening rounds which looked as seamless as her fifth sprint world title yesterday.
Sport news, comment and results | guardian.co.uk William Fotheringham 2010
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