disciplined
adjective
dis·ci·plined
ˈdi-sə-plənd 
: marked by or possessing discipline
a disciplined mind
trying to be more disciplined about exercising daily
… a very disciplined fighting force …—
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And then there is the silence rooted in a disciplined decision that cuts across all these different layers.
—Cyraina Johnson-Roullier, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Ringwald’s prim, disciplined portrayal adds just the right touch of endearing spunkiness, while McCarthy, fighting with his social demons, is a likable rich kid with character substance.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.
—Fred Imbert,darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Restoring trust will require disciplined reform and leadership that is prepared to implement it.
—Charles J. Lockwood, STAT, 31 Mar. 2026
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Cyraina Johnson-Roullier, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Ringwald’s prim, disciplined portrayal adds just the right touch of endearing spunkiness, while McCarthy, fighting with his social demons, is a likable rich kid with character substance.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.
—Fred Imbert,darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Restoring trust will require disciplined reform and leadership that is prepared to implement it.
—Charles J. Lockwood, STAT, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Disciplined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disciplined. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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