as in planting
to set permanently in the consciousness or mind-set
a charismatic leader who instilled in his followers a passionate commitment to the cause
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Recent Examples of instilling
Mike recalls that his father was hands-on in many ways, instilling values like speaking up for what's right and being mindful of finances.
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William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
The scene is harrowing but short, the procedural aftermath briefly hope-instilling.
—Tyler Austin Harper, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2025
However, clear-eye observers acknowledge that the departure of a bank that had operated for 50 years does not bode well for instilling confidence in an economy on life support.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2025
His leadership style is special and includes elite communication, instilling accountability, and knowing how to put players in their best position to succeed, something this team desperately needed.
—Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
But as Posey views it, creating and instilling a winning frame of mind will make an even greater if less quantifiable impact.
—Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Clark’s biggest success in 1994-95 was instilling confidence in his side.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Embracing the Wholehearted Leadership philosophy affects all aspects of life, from benefiting the organization by fostering innovation and employee trust to instilling a sense of security and belonging among employees.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
By creating more memorable learning experiences, like singing songs, walking through a museum, or creating a project on their own, edutainment might be the first step in instilling positive associations with learning.
—Fiona Tapp, Parents, 3 Feb. 2025
William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
The scene is harrowing but short, the procedural aftermath briefly hope-instilling.
—Tyler Austin Harper, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2025
However, clear-eye observers acknowledge that the departure of a bank that had operated for 50 years does not bode well for instilling confidence in an economy on life support.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2025
His leadership style is special and includes elite communication, instilling accountability, and knowing how to put players in their best position to succeed, something this team desperately needed.
—Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
But as Posey views it, creating and instilling a winning frame of mind will make an even greater if less quantifiable impact.
—Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Clark’s biggest success in 1994-95 was instilling confidence in his side.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Embracing the Wholehearted Leadership philosophy affects all aspects of life, from benefiting the organization by fostering innovation and employee trust to instilling a sense of security and belonging among employees.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
By creating more memorable learning experiences, like singing songs, walking through a museum, or creating a project on their own, edutainment might be the first step in instilling positive associations with learning.
—Fiona Tapp, Parents, 3 Feb. 2025
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“Instilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instilling. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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