disciplined
adjective
dis·ci·plined
ˈdi-sə-plənd 
: marked by or possessing discipline
a disciplined mind
trying to be more disciplined about exercising daily
… a very disciplined fighting force …—
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His reverence for patient, disciplined cooking can be traced back to his time cooking in Italy and with pasta whisperer Craig Richards.
—Su-Jit Lin, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
People might describe them as resourceful, goal-oriented, disciplined, ambitious, and competitive.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 11 Jan. 2026
Gone were the bright colors and excess of seasons past; in their place came clarity, proportion, and craftsmanship — a disciplined approach that felt both modern and timeless.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 11 Jan. 2026
Shapiro has enjoyed robust public approval ratings and carries a reputation as a disciplined messenger and powerhouse fundraiser.
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Su-Jit Lin, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
People might describe them as resourceful, goal-oriented, disciplined, ambitious, and competitive.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 11 Jan. 2026
Gone were the bright colors and excess of seasons past; in their place came clarity, proportion, and craftsmanship — a disciplined approach that felt both modern and timeless.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 11 Jan. 2026
Shapiro has enjoyed robust public approval ratings and carries a reputation as a disciplined messenger and powerhouse fundraiser.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
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“Disciplined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disciplined. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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