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also intrenched
as in inherent
firmly established over time
I have an entrenched dislike of mimes
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also intrenched
as in rooted
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
a father who entrenched in our minds the belief that hard work pays off
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Recent Examples of entrenched
Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
With a Labour government entrenched until at least 2029, that’s unlikely to happen anytime, but the big brands are also big planners, and always thinking about the success of the next generation.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
That was the first draft with Lamar Jackson entrenched as the starting quarterback and with DeCosta leading the front office.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
However, with both governments entrenched in their respective positions, a swift resolution appears unlikely.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
But the calculus in the Big 12 is completely different with so many teams entrenched in the top 75 of the NET ranking.
—Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 31 Mar. 2025
Cambridge research warns that experts often become cognitively entrenched.
—Harrison Monarth, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Production from the iffy 6-9 spots in the order — and players that aren’t entrenched in the daily lineup.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2025
The Hurricanes had Xavier Restrepo entrenched as the slot wide receiver, relegating Joseph to primarily a reserve and special teams role.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
In addition, there is a growing concern around AI and its potential impact, thus increasing the likelihood of ambiguity becoming deeply entrenched in the workforce.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
With a Labour government entrenched until at least 2029, that’s unlikely to happen anytime, but the big brands are also big planners, and always thinking about the success of the next generation.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
That was the first draft with Lamar Jackson entrenched as the starting quarterback and with DeCosta leading the front office.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
However, with both governments entrenched in their respective positions, a swift resolution appears unlikely.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
But the calculus in the Big 12 is completely different with so many teams entrenched in the top 75 of the NET ranking.
—Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 31 Mar. 2025
Cambridge research warns that experts often become cognitively entrenched.
—Harrison Monarth, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Production from the iffy 6-9 spots in the order — and players that aren’t entrenched in the daily lineup.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2025
The Hurricanes had Xavier Restrepo entrenched as the slot wide receiver, relegating Joseph to primarily a reserve and special teams role.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entrenched
Adjective
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In theory, that should smooth some of the rough edges inherent to a first-time starting quarterback.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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And this fact is unrelated to another fact: Israel unequivocally has an inherent right to exist.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
17 June 2025
Verb
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This certificate, embedded as metadata in the document, would create an unalterable record of its authenticity and source.—
Quora,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Some of them, though, are embedded in that seabed.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In a 2021 study published in Psychological Reports, researchers explored how intrinsic motivation, the internal drive to act based on interest, personal importance or inner values, affects satisfaction in long-term romantic relationships.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
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Underlying all of this is the intrinsic tendency to resist cooperation.—
Harvey Levine,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 June 2025
Verb
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The preview touches on the rage lodged at callous McVeigh.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2025
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The charges were the first to be formally lodged by the ICC against Russian officials since the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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He was recently nominated for his clothed work in the feature length hardcore film Birth.—
Allen Salkin,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2025
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The soccer purists in the London club’s end were surely aghast at the playing of music to celebrate a goal – another very American trend that has increasingly been used by clubs around the world, much to the chagrin of hardcore supporters.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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Without a confirmed leader, implementation is on hold.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology said Friday that Harvard undergraduates and postgraduates, as well as students with confirmed offers of admission, were welcome to study there instead.—
Jennifer Jett,
NBC news,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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The systemic barriers keeping Black women from these top roles are deep-rooted.—
Kedean Smith,
Essence,
3 Apr. 2025
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Why did Lilly kill A.B. Wynter? While many White House staff members had issues with Mr. Wynter — from feuds over flaming desserts to potential firings — Lilly’s problems with the chief usher were more deep-rooted.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This whole situation underscores the lack of genuine political will to tackle the structural and deep-seated inequality that persists in Cape Town.—
Tommy Trenchard,
NPR,
11 May 2025
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One of the reasons the race endures and thrives (it is being sponsored by Chanel for the first time this year) is its rivalry, which is deep-seated and very real.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Entrenched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrenched. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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