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as in planted
to set permanently in the consciousness or mind-set
a music teacher who strove to implant within his students a love of the classics
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as in rooted
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
the gemstone was poorly implanted in the setting, so it was constantly popping out
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Recent Examples of implanted
Brett Kelman, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Details get swapped out, whole scenes implanted, emotions revised in retrospect.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
In Robert’s case, the ICD was implanted following a previous cardiac event last fall.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
The main device is implanted in the brain and does not penetrate brain tissue.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
Invasive BCIs like Neuracle’s are surgically implanted in or on the brain.
—Tanya Lewis, Scientific American, 13 Mar. 2026
Then a surrogate animal is injected with hormones, and the embryo is implanted.
—Ryan Brennan
march 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Startups have built devices that, when implanted, help people with ALS and paralysis move, speak, and expand their overall functioning.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
And Lazzara implanted his personality on everything.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
Gabapentin has proved effective at helping some mastectomy patients with stubborn pain, while others have responded to electrodes implanted in their spinal column, according to the Baylor study, published in 2024.
—Brett Kelman, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Details get swapped out, whole scenes implanted, emotions revised in retrospect.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
In Robert’s case, the ICD was implanted following a previous cardiac event last fall.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
The main device is implanted in the brain and does not penetrate brain tissue.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
Invasive BCIs like Neuracle’s are surgically implanted in or on the brain.
—Tanya Lewis, Scientific American, 13 Mar. 2026
Then a surrogate animal is injected with hormones, and the embryo is implanted.
—Ryan Brennan
march 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Startups have built devices that, when implanted, help people with ALS and paralysis move, speak, and expand their overall functioning.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
And Lazzara implanted his personality on everything.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for implanted
Adjective
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The exodus could weaken the surveillance and counterintelligence apparatus that helped sustain Venezuela’s authoritarian system for years, even as analysts warn that remnants of the network remain deeply embedded and capable of operating in the shadows.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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The letter contained several examples, complete with embedded pictures, explaining how simple text prompts resulted in glossy renderings of Disney characters, including Darth Vader and Iron Man.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Hedges are shrubs planted close together to define outdoor spaces, create privacy, shelter garden rooms, and serve as a backdrop to planting beds.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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In a healthy, productive garden, there are plants that should not be planted together.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
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The home’s slate roof, copper gutters and rock-solid foundation signal a different kind of luxury — one rooted less in square footage and more in construction, craftsmanship and permanence.—
David Caraccio
April 4,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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This season will have five episodes, each exploring how Asian culinary culture has rooted itself across the European continent.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The city says extending it to seniors could be a big help for older adults living on a fixed income.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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There is no fixed income threshold for hardship status.—
Deane Biermeier,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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Dramatically ridden by Rafael Bejarano, the Street Strategy runner gave Randy Morse the whole package in the $150,000 race for Arkansas-bred 3-year-old males Saturday at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort.—
Bob Wisener,
Arkansas Online,
5 Apr. 2026
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This can happen whether or not a dog has been bred.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In 13 years, not a single ethics complaint by any staff in his office or any other office has ever been lodged.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Apr. 2026
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In 13 years, not a single ethics complaint by any staff in his office or any other office has ever been lodged.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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Mika’s mother - a CPA, professor, and philanthropist - instilled in her an early understanding of legacy as something actively lived and carefully protected.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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But watching Micah Ski definitely just instilled in this deep drive to not be a skier.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Implanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implanted. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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