deep-seated
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of deep-seated
First recorded in 1735–45
Example Sentences
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It is a reminder of the deep-seated conservatism that still prevails in Saudi Arabia, despite a roll-back of social strictures in recent times.
From Barron's
Talking to folk around town, there is a deep-seated frustration.
From BBC
"The result is a string of works inspired by the deep-seated impressions left by his journeys to China and Japan," it said.
From Barron's
“There wasn’t, like, a deep-seated hatred for myself as a child,” Lily Beth said.
From Los Angeles Times
He believes that this country’s “martial bonds…have been informed by deep-seated frictions between faith in and fear of war and its consequences.”
From Salon
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