second nature
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It takes an exceptional piece of art to inspire audiences to think twice about what comes as second nature, to choose compassionate contemplation over ardent debate.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
It takes an exceptional piece of art to inspire audiences to think twice about what comes as second nature, to choose compassionate contemplation over ardent debate.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
He added: "We need more male role models out there, talking about it and normalising it, so that it becomes second nature to all of us."
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
The idea is that once it comes to gametime, passes can come from any direction and hauling them in becomes second nature because it’s such a familiar process.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 2, 2025
But when “finished” behavior became my second nature, they learned I was nobody’s pet.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
