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engrained

American  
[en-greynd, en-greynd] / ɛnˈgreɪnd, ˈɛnˌgreɪnd /

adjective

  1. ingrained.


Other Word Forms

  • engrainedly adverb

Example Sentences

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The 44-year-old is deeply engrained in United's culture and has no doubts about the integrity of the club's efforts to be welcoming to people of all ethnicities.

From Barron's

“As I write this, it’s hard to really know what to feel, but for once — most people would be surprised — I don’t have the answer lol! But, mostly I’m filled with so much joy and gratitude! While this chapter of being an ‘NBA player’ is done, the game of basketball will forever be engrained in the DNA of my life.”

From Los Angeles Times

She believes the motherhood penalty is "engrained in society" and some people enforce the stereotypes "without even realising", she says, remembering several comments people had made to her about whether she would return to work after having children.

From BBC

Clan identity is deeply engrained in Somali society.

From BBC

It shows how deeply engrained wig culture is in West Africa, despite a natural hair movement that has been gaining momentum among black women around the world over the last decade.

From BBC