predisposition

Example Sentences

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Among other factors, they’ve identified genetic anomalies that may produce a predisposition to the condition.

From Los Angeles Times

The diverging views on the war were a reflection of the institutional predispositions of military planners groomed to accept even the most daunting missions and find ways to deliver results.

From Washington Post

“It was frightening to have to call you up, I’m telling you this with sincerity. It’s practically impossible to find someone with better predisposition and desire than you.”

From Seattle Times

“I have a predisposition to be less concerned about the rights of people who would like to see me dead, and that did complicate my decision.”

From Seattle Times

And lack of access to affordable healthy food, combined with genetic predispositions to illness and various social determinants of health, often intersects with the lack of regular doctor's visits.

From Salon