brainwashing

Example Sentences

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"Actually, there's brainwashing here in China too, but it's not as severe," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

In October 2018, Mrs Higgs shared two posts to Facebook to about 100 friends under her maiden name, one of which referred to "brainwashing our children".

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2025

As long as this public perception remains and compounds with Stake’s already shady reputation, then the brainwashing might fall flat.

From Slate • Nov. 14, 2024

“Is this just groupthink, brainwashing or what, on either side?” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2024

Priming is not, it should be said, like brainwashing.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell