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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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Of more practical use is an NFC tag embedded in the foil seal of a bottle which not only enables its journey to be logged, but also registers when the wine has been opened.Chris Hall, WIRED, 18 Dec. 2024
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There's a network of ports that are civilian and military logistical bases around the world and hundreds of organizations with Communist Party links that are as embedded in the heart of America as in tiny Pacific islands.Didi Kirsten Tatlow, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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For Michael, that dedication is rooted deeply in his professional journey, from young adult camp infatuation to a fine cooking chapter and rediscovering the rich value of camp life.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Identifying various segment needs can allow retail marketers to identify which levers would be most beneficial for engaging a subset of your audience, rooted specifically in their user journey and stage of brand use.Frank Minervini, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Dormant seeding also gives the lawn a head start over weeds and provides more time for lawns to establish before the heat of summer arrives.Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
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The committees aim to establish secure aid convoys, which often face challenges such as looting, hoarding and profiteering in their efforts to deliver humanitarian supplies to Palestinians facing the risk of famine.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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After Chacin was booked in the Harris County Jail on the intoxicated manslaughter charge, ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations Houston office lodged a detainer request.Bethany Blankley | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 13 Dec. 2024
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One of the big obstacles to an extended getaway is lodging.Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Adam Trautman scored a TD with just over five minutes left in the first half, and the Broncos put together a touchdown drive that ended with just over five minutes remaining in the game.Joe Nguyen, The Denver Post, 18 Dec. 2024
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After putting his 7-year-old niece in an upstairs bedroom, Corcoran loaded his semiautomatic rifle and fatally shot his brother, his brother's two friends and Turner.Joseph Dits, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Dec. 2024
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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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The Mexican American designer, who grew up in the small city of Huron in California’s San Joaquin Valley, has always had the Mexican working class spirit ingrained in his ethos thanks to his parents, who originate from both Mexican and Irish descent.Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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This toxic pollution disproportionately impacts Maryland’s communities of color, especially Black children, who are five times more likely to visit the emergency room for asthma than their white counterparts.Susan Miller, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
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There are also gender-role stereotypes that impact people's understanding of how they are 'allowed' or expected to grieve and show emotion, based on what has been deemed 'acceptable' in society.David Oliver, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Plus, being able to keep up with the lives of others through their social media posts has instilled in us a false sense of connectedness.Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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Farmers instill a deep respect for the business and its values from an early age, often involving their children in the daily work and decision-making processes. Benchmark and compare your business practices, performance, and strategies to those of leading companies in other sectors.True Tamplin, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Entrench.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrench. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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