priming

Example Sentences

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The early-season storms will play an important role in priming watersheds for the rest of the winter, experts said.

From Los Angeles Times

But how, exactly, the yellow fever mosquito first evolved to bite people, priming it to stow away on ships and thrive in new destinations, is murkier.

From Science Magazine

Trump started priming his supporters for unrest more than a year ago.

From Salon

This could be an example of what psychologists call “priming.”

From Washington Post

Officials in Singapore several months ago began priming people for the idea that they must live with the virus.

From Washington Post