instill
Example Sentences
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At the very least, the president of the United States should instill hope in young children.
From Salon • May 8, 2026
Friar and other executives are now seeking to control costs and instill more discipline in the business, at times putting them at odds with their CEO, people familiar with the issue said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
"I would hate to say no, nurseries aren't safe, that's only going to instill fear in people, I don't want that," Masi said.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
We’ve worked hard for 18 years to instill a strong work ethic and teach budgeting skills, and I don’t want to see that undone.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
It closed corner groceries and gas stations and undermined schools and educators trying to instill self-worth in neighborhood kids.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
Vocabulary lists containing instill
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