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to set permanently in the consciousness or mind-set
a charismatic leader who instilled in his followers a passionate commitment to the cause
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Recent Examples of instilled
Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Arne Slot has made light work of his early months on Merseyside, with tactical tweaks that have instilled a greater sense of control following the joyous chaos experienced under Jurgen Klopp.
—Andy Jones, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
It’s also instilled a confidence Danielson has preached all season, including the Week 2 game at Oregon, which Boise State lost on a last-second field goal.
—Justin Williams, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
His upbringing on a peanut farm instilled in him a strong work ethic and a deep sense of values that shaped his presidency and his life beyond.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024
Their mutual appreciation for craft was instilled by their grandmother, Dagmar, a tailor, who taught them the importance of looking at the details.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
Growing up with a forward-thinking chemist father who explored algae biofuels and sustainable aquaculture instilled in Klausmeier a profound appreciation for environmental responsibility and the power of innovation.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
So there’s a fight that the players maintained and instilled.
—Max Bultman, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Stack instilled this mindset in his management team, too.
—Jemima McEvoy, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Verb
This upbringing instilled in her a love and care for the planet, laying the foundation for the BUZZ’s mission of sustainability.
—Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Arne Slot has made light work of his early months on Merseyside, with tactical tweaks that have instilled a greater sense of control following the joyous chaos experienced under Jurgen Klopp.
—Andy Jones, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
It’s also instilled a confidence Danielson has preached all season, including the Week 2 game at Oregon, which Boise State lost on a last-second field goal.
—Justin Williams, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
His upbringing on a peanut farm instilled in him a strong work ethic and a deep sense of values that shaped his presidency and his life beyond.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024
Their mutual appreciation for craft was instilled by their grandmother, Dagmar, a tailor, who taught them the importance of looking at the details.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
Growing up with a forward-thinking chemist father who explored algae biofuels and sustainable aquaculture instilled in Klausmeier a profound appreciation for environmental responsibility and the power of innovation.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
So there’s a fight that the players maintained and instilled.
—Max Bultman, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Stack instilled this mindset in his management team, too.
—Jemima McEvoy, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instilled
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In hindsight, Wayne notes that the pivot to embedded insurance was a critical turning point, one that required the humility to rethink the company’s direction entirely.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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This new embedded product stands out with its competitive pricing and broad coverage options, offering a superior solution in the Florida market.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
Newsweek,
25 Dec. 2024
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Few could have predicted the lineup of artists chosen to perform, but Snoop Dogg, Nelly, Soulja Boy, and Rick Ross—four figures deeply ingrained in the fabric of hip-hop—are in the number of artists slated to perform to mark this controversial moment in history.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
20 Jan. 2025
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To address these deeply ingrained beliefs, the company adopted a coaching-centric culture.—
Thomas Lim,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
Verb
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A week after being admitted for dehydration, Netanyahu's doctors implanted a pacemaker to regulate his heart rate and rhythm.—
Anders Hagstrom,
Fox News,
5 Jan. 2025
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This love of gospel music, along with a deep religiosity, was implanted in Carter’s heart at a young age and stayed with him throughout his lifetime.—
Noah Eckstein,
Variety,
29 Dec. 2024
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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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The members of the ERA Coalition believe the national archivist, a political appointee with no fixed term, has the authority to publish the ERA because there is no ratification deadline in the Constitution — an interpretation also supported by the 400,000-member American Bar Association.—
Amanda Becker,
Them,
17 Jan. 2025
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Yet unlike a novel, a D&D campaign had no fixed ending; in fact, the game’s uncanny way of resisting all attempts to end it, like Scheherazade delaying her execution with yet another tale, was both a selling point and a real source of anxiety.—
Andrea Long Chu,
Vulture,
30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Conversely, when they’re solely focused on reaching the other person, their innate communication skill unlocks fluidly and organically.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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For all the merits of the singer’s full-band assemblies, his innate chemistry and near five-decade history with Nieve often lead to unexpected destinations and inspire him to dig deep into his massive catalog.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Ola Malmqvist, who was the United States Tennis Association’s head of women’s tennis during Gauff's breakout, agrees with the players that physicality and athleticism have become more intrinsic to the tour, creating a greater gulf for teen prodigies to cross.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
18 Jan. 2025
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Finding Balance Self-Determination Theory holds that autonomy—the fundamental need to feel a sense of control and personal agency over our actions—is tightly linked to intrinsic motivation, engagement, and overall well-being.—
Spencer Dorn,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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While much of Burton’s work seems immutable, some examples court instability.—
Nancy Princenthal,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2025
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By creating secure, immutable records, blockchain ensures the integrity of board activities and decisions.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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“Instilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instilled. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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