programmed

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Cells treated with PCAIs produced higher levels of reactive oxygen species, activated caspase enzymes, increased levels of the pro-apoptotic protein BAX, and underwent widespread apoptosis, a form of programmed cell death.

From Science Daily • Jun. 29, 2026

Each is programmed to identify specific materials as they make their way through the conveyor lines.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

Our direct reports and colleagues, especially those with less power, are psychologically programmed to reassure us that “everything is fine.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

As children, Cody and Paul Walker were practically programmed to love cars.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

By the time Dinah got there, I knew it wasn’t her fault—it was programmed into her.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen