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instilled

[in-stild] / ɪnˈstɪld /


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What values from your family were instilled in you and your brother?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026

California’s renewed belief largely stems from first-time skipper Tosh Lupoi, who has instilled enthusiasm at his alma mater since taking over for the fired Justin Wilcox in December.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026

The airstrikes have instilled deep fear in Ecuadoran fishermen.

From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026

Despite their fame, the children's parents and manager have instilled in them an "education-first" mentality.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

My father’s teaching had been instilled inside me: “You are no better than anyone else, but nobody else is better than you.”

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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