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variants also intrenched

entrenched

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verb

variants also intrenched
past tense of entrench

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Recent Examples of entrenched
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
  • But Next Time? The fast-moving conflict between India and Pakistan last week demonstrated the inherent dangers of the modern nuclear age. 7h agoBy W.J. Hennigan TODAYS FRONT PAGES Edition: INYT - Page Two Harvard Law Paid $27 for a Copy of Magna Carta.
    Ben Hubbard Saumya Khandelwal Matthew DeFeo W.J. Hennigan, New York Times, 15 May 2025
  • This description captures both the ambition and the inherent tension in this evolution.
    Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Verb
  • Some of them, though, are embedded in that seabed.
    Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 13 Apr. 2025
  • This certificate, embedded as metadata in the document, would create an unalterable record of its authenticity and source.
    Quora, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • There is an intrinsic and undervalued connection between physical and financial health, and Medicaid is the largest federal program that recognizes that connection.
    Dr. Michelle Morse, New York Daily News, 2 May 2025
  • That is a shift in mindset from previous incumbents and to win the FA Cup would be vindication for the Austrian’s methods — for his positive approach and that relentless desire to utilise ‘intrinsic motivation’.
    Sam Lee, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The preview touches on the rage lodged at callous McVeigh.
    Erin Jensen, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2025
  • 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
  • This is for hardcore fans of the series or those who are all-in on Bethesda games and their commitment to cinematic elements.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
  • The more significant one for hardcore fans is after the credits finish, revisiting the characters some time after the movie ends and setting up future Marvel films.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 May 2025
Adjective
  • Season 2 is shaping up to be even more star-studded, with confirmed appearances Giancarlo Esposito, Katie Holmes, Cynthia Erivo, Margo Martindale, John Mulaney, Ego Nwodim.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
  • People without confirmed identities won't be allowed to go through security.
    Alex Sundby May 6, CBS News, 6 May 2025
Adjective
  • The systemic barriers keeping Black women from these top roles are deep-rooted.
    Kedean Smith, Essence, 3 Apr. 2025
  • 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
  • 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
  • The rivalry between the Bengals and Ravens has been deep-seated, and Baltimore currently owns a 4-0 record against the Bengals in the past four regular-season showdowns.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025

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“Entrenched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrenched. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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