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also intrench
as in to imbed
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
a father who entrenched in our minds the belief that hard work pays off
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Recent Examples of entrench
Assad also used foreign policy as a tool to entrench his regime and build public support.
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Sefa Secen / Made By History, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
The recent political upheaval is expected to entrench this phenomenon.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
Ongoing political chaos will entrench the country’s economic and social problems—and leave Seoul woefully unprepared for Trump.
—Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
Ball-stoppers rarely align with the principles of winning basketball, and Randle’s tendencies are as entrenched as ever.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Dec. 2024
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Sefa Secen / Made By History, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
The recent political upheaval is expected to entrench this phenomenon.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
Ongoing political chaos will entrench the country’s economic and social problems—and leave Seoul woefully unprepared for Trump.
—Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
Ball-stoppers rarely align with the principles of winning basketball, and Randle’s tendencies are as entrenched as ever.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Dec. 2024
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At work, compliance is embedded in professional hierarchies.Dr. Sunita Sah, TIME, 4 Jan. 2025
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Nicole Cuffy Penguin Random House, March When Faruq Zaidi, a grieving Muslim journalist, seizes the chance to embed himself in a California cult, his determination to get a story pushes him into the world of its mystical leader.CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2025
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As many as 10 hogs have been tearing up yards and rooting through trash left for garbage collectors, according to WFAA.Landon Mion, Fox News, 6 Jan. 2025
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The southern tradition is rooted partly in a century-old revolt against the privileges granted to Brahmans, the priestly caste that sits at the top of Hinduism’s ancient social hierarchy.Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
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Methods include establishing healthy lifestyle habits, opting for certain medical procedures, and implementing complementary methods that help improve blood flow in your legs.4 Testing/Screenings Spider veins are primarily diagnosed through a physical exam by a healthcare provider.Laura Schober, Health, 12 Jan. 2025
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Apply large doses of sage green on kitchen cabinetry or walls to establish a more peaceful atmosphere in the hub of your home.Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
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Abbie is a photographer recovering from cervical cancer, lodging in Dorothea's home.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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The new Syrian government has already lodged a complaint with the U.N. Security Council about Israeli advances into Syrian territory.Josef Federman, Los Angeles Times, 25 Dec. 2024
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Although the club initially told him that Szczesny was coming to play, Inaki Pena started to put in some good performances and Flick ended up putting his faith in the 25-year-old.Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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The host Tigers began to put some distance between themselves and their counterparts from Columbia by the midpoint of the opening half.Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2025
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Manage Stress Stress is just as ingrained in my holiday season as Santa Claus himself.Alysse Dalessandro, Health, 18 Dec. 2024
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The Eagles are as ingrained in Philadelphia as the city's signature sandwich.Peter Burke, Fox News, 15 Dec. 2024
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However, affordability issues have impacted homeownership in The Sunshine State, driven by several factors.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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Think long-term to make major money decisions The person sitting in the Oval Office can impact a number of factors that affect you financially.Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 6 Jan. 2025
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His father, Rich, along with his mother, Avis, are the people who instilled McDermott’s work ethic and mentality in him.Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Spending more than few hours staring at the alternating gray and ivory walls and floors is enough to explain why people hate hospitals — or instill a fresh hatred for this hospital in particular.Ben Travers, IndieWire, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Entrench.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrench. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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