instilled

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Simmons spoke of having a “strong work ethic” that was instilled by her parents, who started bringing her to work when she was only four.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

He said it was instilled in him to cook from the heart because "you can taste the love in the food" and not to "cook in a bad mood – because you'll taste that anger".

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

You haven’t yet developed the unhealthy habits instilled by corporate America, such as asking for permission.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

She particularly credits her parents with the work ethic they instilled in her from a young age to have respect for the craft and the job.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 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