- past tense form of discipline.
- past participle of discipline.
disciplined
Example Sentences
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We have already seen this disciplined, patient strategy put into practice.
From Salon • Jul. 9, 2026
Earlier this year, Elliott and the jam-and-jelly maker struck an information-sharing agreement; Smucker appointed two new members to its board, which the company said was focused on driving sales, profits and disciplined capital allocation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026
Paraguay weathered an early German storm to produce a disciplined, defiant performance, sitting deep and absorbing pressure throughout.
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
On the Czech side, coach Miroslav Koubek favors a disciplined and physical approach, with Patrik Schick and Adam Hložek leading the counterattack that will seek to capitalize on any Mexico mistakes.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
True wealth is only established after you’ve disciplined yourself to invest in assets that generate enough income to cover your expenses.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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