in one's blood

phrase

Synonyms of in one's bloodnext
: ingrained in one's nature : occurring as an innate or seemingly hereditary principle, inclination, or talent
With two parents who are painters, art is in her blood.

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in one's blood was in 1842

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“In one's blood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20one%27s%20blood. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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