as in to cultivate
to change (a wild animal or plant) over time to make it more suited to life with or use by humans
Humans domesticated wolves to produce man's best friend.
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Recent Examples of domesticate
Research suggests that even after being domesticated, cats continued to hunt, often targeting rodents that fed on human food supplies.
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Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
But they’re also known to go after humans and domesticated animals.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
Since the latest iteration of the virus first appeared in North America in 2021, wildlife officials estimate that hundreds of cats — wild and domesticated — have died as a result of infection, including 20 animals at a big cat sanctuary in Washington State in December.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Whether it was domesticated by the Aztecs or an earlier civilization is unknown.
—Norman Ellstrand and Nathan Ellstrand / Made By History, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
But they’re also known to go after humans and domesticated animals.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
Since the latest iteration of the virus first appeared in North America in 2021, wildlife officials estimate that hundreds of cats — wild and domesticated — have died as a result of infection, including 20 animals at a big cat sanctuary in Washington State in December.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Whether it was domesticated by the Aztecs or an earlier civilization is unknown.
—Norman Ellstrand and Nathan Ellstrand / Made By History, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for domesticate
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Just like any other leadership competency, imagination can be cultivated and strengthened through intentional practice.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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But beyond O’Brien meeting with prominent GOP members and even cultivating a relationship with the president, his different approach is yielding results.—
Jeremiah Poff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Mar. 2025
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Her first exposure to music came from her father, a member of a gospel quartet that would practice at her house, training her ear for rhythm and vocal technique.—
Eric Torres,
Pitchfork,
3 Mar. 2025
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The idea is to make sure that users’ sensitive data such as browser searches and private calls can’t be shared with Oppo for the purposes of training its AI software.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2025
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In addition to plant sales, the event features workshops and seminars on topics from Florida’s endemic carnivorous plants to bonsai care and propagating plants.—
Patrick Connolly,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Feb. 2025
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Without proper oversight, automated tools may propagate errors or create integration challenges.—
Prajwalkumar Bhatkar,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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These 12-week courses typically include work experience, can often be paid for using workforce grants, and allow students to return to the institution for other related and stackable credentials. 5.—
Bruno V. Manno,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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In addition to this, using excessive water or harsh chemical cleaners can then lead to moisture accumulation around window seals, which can potentially cause mould growth or deterioration of the frame around the windows.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2025
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This offense, in other words, doesn’t prefer to utilize his greatest strength.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2025
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Stepping into this influential role and utilizing her platform to highlight global women’s health needs was never a question for Sharapova.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
7 Mar. 2025
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The doc is produced by Big Sur, Mad Entertainment and RAI Cinema in co-production with Luce Cinecittà.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
28 Feb. 2025
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This diversity makes mezcal a deeply regional and artisanal product, closely tied to the land and the people who produce it.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The animals breed and grow quickly, their organs are about the right size, and there aren’t many pathogens that infect both pigs and people.—
Amber Dance,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Mar. 2025
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The market turbulence underscores a fundamental truth: uncertainty breeds volatility.—
Chris Westfall,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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The Atlanta Fed believed the U.S. GDP was on track to grow throughout most of February, with estimates ranging from positive 2 to nearly 4 percent.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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While the old guard will probably stick to their traditional knitting, there is a growing new guard with a much more open mind.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Domesticate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/domesticate. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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