as in inherent
being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing
a cat with a hardwired compulsion to knock expensive knickknacks off of shelves
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Recent Examples of hardwired
Unlike the company’s more conventional services, like Instagram and Facebook, AI is an infrastructure technology that Zuckerberg wants hardwired into its various products, particularly as competitors like OpenAI continue to make inroads with consumers.
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Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
The whole array is hardwired to a compact power unit in the rear of the car, which converts solar power into 120-volt alternating current.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
Ordinarily, people who are getting an EEG must wear a skull cap equipped with a hardwired array of electrodes.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2024
The human brain is hardwired to prioritize safety over growth.
—Mark Kane, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
The whole array is hardwired to a compact power unit in the rear of the car, which converts solar power into 120-volt alternating current.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
Ordinarily, people who are getting an EEG must wear a skull cap equipped with a hardwired array of electrodes.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2024
The human brain is hardwired to prioritize safety over growth.
—Mark Kane, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for hardwired
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hardwired
Adjective
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That kind of inherent understanding of a community in a specific geographical area, and the intricacies of their struggles, can’t be researched, only witnessed firsthand.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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To operate a dangerous vehicle is not an inherent right but a privilege, and one that can be taken away for those who don’t exercise it responsibly.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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These parents focused on fostering intrinsic motivation, helping their child take pride in their own achievements.—
Reem Raouda, Contributor,
CNBC,
2 Feb. 2025
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Three days before his presidential inauguration, Donald Trump launched a meme coin, a type of cryptocurrency whose value is buoyed by social media and internet culture, rather than any sort of functionality or intrinsic value.—
Maximilian Brichta,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Just in time for Black History Month, Broadway’s first permanent museum has a special exhibit focusing on Black creatives who have played an integral part in its success.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
30 Jan. 2025
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The labor market remains an integral part of overall economic sentiment, so this shift may reflect a broader re-evaluation of confidence in job stability and opportunities.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Healthy fats are essential for producing and regulating hormones that impact mood and memory.—
Sogol Ash, Contributor,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2025
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Investment piece: Outerwear remains an essential focus for our customers during the fall collections.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Hardwired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hardwired. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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