as in tendency
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing
the young woman's predisposition to date men who are very much like her father
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Recent Examples of predisposition
Did the procedure lead directly to their struggles, or unmask a previous predisposition?
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Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
The data revealed Black babies have a higher likelihood to die than others and that mothers of color also face the brunt of unequal access to care and predisposition to certain medical conditions.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
With a passion for history and place comes a predisposition for community-building in Durango.
—Michelle Polizzi, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Elevated protein levels were also a better predictor of dementia risk in women who had a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer’s than in women without a genetic risk factor.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The power of modeling Although some people may have a greater predisposition to heroism based on their personality, situational factors also play a key role in inspiring heroic behavior.
—Catherine A. Sanderson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
The duration may be longer depending on whether the clot was provoked by a temporary risk factor or reflects an ongoing predisposition.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Shayla Love investigates how those with the genetic predisposition can get so little rest and still function—and whether the rest of us can pick up any tricks.
—Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
At-home DNA tests are a popular and affordable way to discover genetic information, including early ancestors, ethnicity and genetic predisposition for diseases.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
The data revealed Black babies have a higher likelihood to die than others and that mothers of color also face the brunt of unequal access to care and predisposition to certain medical conditions.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
With a passion for history and place comes a predisposition for community-building in Durango.
—Michelle Polizzi, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Elevated protein levels were also a better predictor of dementia risk in women who had a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer’s than in women without a genetic risk factor.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The power of modeling Although some people may have a greater predisposition to heroism based on their personality, situational factors also play a key role in inspiring heroic behavior.
—Catherine A. Sanderson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
The duration may be longer depending on whether the clot was provoked by a temporary risk factor or reflects an ongoing predisposition.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Shayla Love investigates how those with the genetic predisposition can get so little rest and still function—and whether the rest of us can pick up any tricks.
—Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
At-home DNA tests are a popular and affordable way to discover genetic information, including early ancestors, ethnicity and genetic predisposition for diseases.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for predisposition
Noun
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And fundamentally, that top-down government solutions have a tendency to stifle bottom-up solutions that can emerge from the voluntary cooperation of free people.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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Underlying such obvious acts of aggression lies an insidious tendency for transnational repression to flow from despots into democracies, oppressing lawyers of all nationalities in the process.—
Irwin Cotler,
Time,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Specifically, the inclination of consumers to search for lower prices during a spike.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Like des Esseintes’s inclination toward the antiquated, Carly’s taste for vintage kitsch runs retro-romantic.—
Olivia Kan-Sperling,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Learning about her aptitude for difficult conversations, a counselor directed her toward social work instead.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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Murray-Boyles separates himself with his defensive aptitude, though.—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The program included a technology deep dive exploring the science behind modern IPL devices, a creator roundtable discussing personal journeys around beauty and self-confidence and hands-on demonstrations that allowed attendees to experience the devices directly.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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The Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 will see its debut in devices overseas from brands like Oppo, realme, and REDMI.—
Florence Ion,
PC Magazine,
7 May 2026
Noun
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There have been other touch points, like the affinity some Task Force officers have for the Punisher logo, that crosses from the fictional into reality.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Kubiak also has an affinity for bigger formations.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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