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also intrench
as in to imbed
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
a father who entrenched in our minds the belief that hard work pays off
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Recent Examples of entrench
Fighting has since shifted to other parts of the country, including Darfur, where the RSF is entrenched.
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Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 16 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
The risk is not only that the administration may precipitate a constitutional crisis by defying the courts but also that a more corrupt and personalist form of government may become entrenched under a president inclined to cut deals with his friends and punish his enemies.
—Edward Fishman, Foreign Affairs, 8 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
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Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 16 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
The risk is not only that the administration may precipitate a constitutional crisis by defying the courts but also that a more corrupt and personalist form of government may become entrenched under a president inclined to cut deals with his friends and punish his enemies.
—Edward Fishman, Foreign Affairs, 8 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entrench
Verb
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That rapid transformation is embedded in one business philosophy of Hart’s: flexibility.—
Xandra Harbet,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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As generative AI becomes embedded in critical systems—from patient diagnostics to financial forecasting to air traffic control—the attack surface is expanding faster than most organizations can secure it.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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This transition allows women to root their worth internally rather than outsourcing it to external achievements.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Often called French Tarragon, this herb is easy to root from a cutting if a friend will share.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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In February, President Donald Trump established the WHFO, which replaced the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Anderson, Mitchell and Wiggins have established themselves as fixtures in the Heat’s rotation since landing in Miami.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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The £200m sale is now being scrutinised by the Premier League from a fair market value perspective — and the profit Chelsea lodged as a result may be adjusted if they are deemed to have inflated Chelsea Women’s price.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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During mating, one or both palps are detached and left lodged inside the female’s reproductive tract.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The fest in the Czech spa town has earned a reputation as one of the biggest summer celebrations of film in Central Europe, putting the spotlight on new releases from the region and far beyond, along with highlights of the film festival circuit from the past year.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
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Both leaders tend to put their feet in their mouths.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Apr. 2025
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It just been ingrained in me my whole life playing football and sports and that kind of screwed me in the end.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Even when your workouts are balanced, lifting with poor form, such as letting your shoulders hunch during rows or squats, can ingrain postural dysfunction.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
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Entrepreneurs must balance profit with principles, as every decision impacts their team, society and long-term success.—
Ivan Terzi,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The company's outlook also called out lower-than-expected beneficiary engagement among members in plans that are exiting certain markets—an issue that's now impacting UHG's Optum Health's ability to secure adequate 2025 reimbursements.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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Though the sisters have indistinguishable hairstyles, Davis instills her characters with completely distinct personalities without being over-the-top about it, in ways only a master can.—
Barry Levitt,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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Some parents worry that Alexa's high tolerance for rudeness instills poor behavior in their kids, according to Quartz.—
Emily Forlini,
PC Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Entrench.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrench. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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