entrenched
Example Sentences
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Today, Los Angeles is firmly entrenched among the handful of most significant producers of new art in the world.
From Los Angeles Times
But all agree it is complex, entrenched, and still costing young lives.
From BBC
With No. 3 Texas losing to No. 12 Oklahoma, Michigan ought to be further entrenched at No. 2.
From Seattle Times
Arevalo, a previously little-known lawmaker who struck a cord with his campaign pledge to tackle corruption, is fighting a bitter post-election battle with entrenched foes ahead of January's scheduled inauguration.
From Reuters
“The best way to challenge the entrenched system is by focusing 100 percent on the people, not on the intricacies of internal party dynamics,” his campaign said in a statement.
From New York Times
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