second nature
noun
: an acquired deeply ingrained habit or skill
after a while, using the gearshift becomes second nature
Examples of second nature in a Sentence
After a while, using the gearshift becomes second nature.
speaking and thinking in Japanese simply became second nature to her during the years she spent in Kyoto
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Difficulty Completing Familiar Tasks Tasks that were once second nature can become confusing, such as preparing a meal or following a familiar recipe.
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Brigid Dwyer, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2025
Embedding praise into daily operations like this can help leaders cultivate an environment where recognition becomes second nature.
—Kunio Hara, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Swiping, pinching and tapping have become second nature versus pressing a physical button.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Betty’s heels have become second nature to her, as has the slightly squeaky voice.
—Michael Paulson, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
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Brigid Dwyer, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2025
Embedding praise into daily operations like this can help leaders cultivate an environment where recognition becomes second nature.
—Kunio Hara, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Swiping, pinching and tapping have become second nature versus pressing a physical button.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Betty’s heels have become second nature to her, as has the slightly squeaky voice.
—Michael Paulson, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for second nature
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“Second nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/second%20nature. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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