domesticated 1 of 2

as in tamed
changed from the wild state so as to become useful and obedient to humans the domesticated horses are kept in a corral

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domesticated

2 of 2

verb

past tense of domesticate

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Verb
  • For wine lovers seeking a casual, modern experience, Portland has cultivated a vibrant urban wine scene that offers an exciting alternative to California’s more traditional tasting rooms.
    Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Trust Of The Heart Affective trust is the trust of the heart, cultivated when leaders authentically connect on an emotional level and demonstrate genuine empathy.
    Ricky Muddimer, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • On a monthly basis, in fact, inflation was mostly tame.
    Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2025
  • Assuming June delivers another tame inflation reading, then the attention of policymakers may be more focused on labor market risks.
    Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Adjective
  • Get past their respective hurdles of Serie A side Inter and domestic rivals Palmeiras, and each will bank a further $13.1m, as will anyone else who makes the quarter-finals.
    Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 28 June 2025
  • Six government agencies announced various measures, including expanding consumer lending and strengthening access to pensions for individuals, to stimulate domestic consumption in a joint press release on Wednesday.
    Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • When used thoroughly, AI can allow faster decisions, boost output and shorten the time to market.
    Peter Benei, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • In Goodyear, Arizona, a data center used for generative AI may guzzle as many as 56 million gallons of drinking water each year.
    The Atlantic Science Desk, The Atlantic, 28 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • This throwback is one of many utilized in the league that the team should go back to permanently.
    Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The building hadn't operated as a church in several years, instead being utilized as a wedding venue for many in Indiana.
    Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Continuing the course for Orlando (21-15) includes the type of showing da Silva produced against the Raptors.
    Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2025
  • The record is produced by Bad Bunny’s frequent collaborators, La Paciencia, MAG and Tainy, along with Big Jay and Saox.
    Thania Garcia, Variety, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Domesticated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/domesticated. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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