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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
With both sides entrenched in their positions, the Mallorys sought legal help from the Institute for Justice — a national libertarian, civil liberties, public interest law firm — to protect their position and bring the issues to a federal court.
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Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 16 Dec. 2024
Gamble was born into an L.A. family entrenched in crime, and a decade ago her father murdered an L.A. Sheriff’s deputy.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 12 Dec. 2024
He's entrenched at this point, and the company is entrenched simply just based on how much money is invested in them.
—Lauren Goode, WIRED, 5 Dec. 2024
According to Syrian state media SANA, government forces, supported by Russian airpower, have entrenched themselves around Hama, Syria's fourth-largest city, after insurgents retreated 12 miles from the area.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 16 Dec. 2024
Gamble was born into an L.A. family entrenched in crime, and a decade ago her father murdered an L.A. Sheriff’s deputy.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 12 Dec. 2024
He's entrenched at this point, and the company is entrenched simply just based on how much money is invested in them.
—Lauren Goode, WIRED, 5 Dec. 2024
According to Syrian state media SANA, government forces, supported by Russian airpower, have entrenched themselves around Hama, Syria's fourth-largest city, after insurgents retreated 12 miles from the area.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entrench
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At work, compliance is embedded in professional hierarchies.Dr. Sunita Sah, TIME, 4 Jan. 2025
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Nicole Cuffy Penguin Random House, March When Faruq Zaidi, a grieving Muslim journalist, seizes the chance to embed himself in a California cult, his determination to get a story pushes him into the world of its mystical leader.CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2025
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Plants tend to be short lived, but are easy to root from stem cuttings.Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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There is a way to meet in the middle like a Jamaican girl making music that's rooted and grounded in Jamaican roots, but still have influences from other songs. LA: Obviously, the weather in Jamaica is fabulous- SK: Perfection.CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
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After graduating Cum Laude from CUNY, Cassell established ...Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Trump has also indicated the U.S. could establish a strategic bitcoin reserve, by pooling funds obtained through seizures from criminal activity.Ryan Browne,Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
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Abbie is a photographer recovering from cervical cancer, lodging in Dorothea's home.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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The new Syrian government has already lodged a complaint with the U.N. Security Council about Israeli advances into Syrian territory.Josef Federman, Los Angeles Times, 25 Dec. 2024
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That would put that bill on the president's desk for signature by the end of April.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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Although the club initially told him that Szczesny was coming to play, Inaki Pena started to put in some good performances and Flick ended up putting his faith in the 25-year-old.Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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Its characters, dialogue and imagery are ingrained in the minds of an entire generation of Americans.Tom Tapp, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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If these factors are ingrained in the company culture or your role, leaving might be the best option for preserving your mental and physical health.Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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However, affordability issues have impacted homeownership in The Sunshine State, driven by several factors.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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In addition to impacting areas like your elbows and knees, this can lead to plaque on your scalp.Alice Oglethorpe, SELF, 6 Jan. 2025
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Their mutual appreciation for craft was instilled by their grandmother, Dagmar, a tailor, who taught them the importance of looking at the details.Talia Abbas, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
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Part of Trump’s tactic is to instill a sense of danger in the voters.Agustina Vergara Cid, Orange County Register, 29 Dec. 2024
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“Entrench.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrench. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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