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instinctive

[in-stingk-tiv] / ɪnˈstɪŋk tɪv /


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Among them are Australia's richest woman Gina Rinehart and former prime minister Tony Abbott, who said his "instinctive sympathy" remained with special forces soldiers from the Afghanistan campaign.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

When a nameless secretary drops a sheaf of papers, Kornev’s response to help is instinctive, yet we cringe at the careless faux pas he commits in this unfeeling society.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“He has an instinctive appreciation of the Disney brand, and a deep understanding of what resonates with our audiences.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026

In fact, the creature possesses an instinctive benevolence, which is corrupted by rejection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Horchow has an instinctive and natural gift for making social connections.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell




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