prime
adjective
of the first importance; demanding the fullest consideration.
has primed
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present perfectof prime (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Rachel Minyoung Lee, who worked as a senior North Korean media analyst for the U.S. government told the BBC that Pyongyang has "primed" its people by informing them in state media about Donald Trump's return.
From BBC ● Jan. 27, 2025
Beguš’s book examines how literature across history has primed our expectations regarding AI.
From Scientific American ● Oct. 2, 2023
A lifetime of following in her family’s footsteps has primed Brady for her latest position on the field, where she has to fill the shoes of Perez, a five-year starter at shortstop.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 6, 2023
Since the dawn of "Succession," creator Jesse Armstrong has primed viewers to expect some of the most consequential action to take place at grand events.
From Salon ● Apr. 3, 2023
She has primed me with technical information, and been always at hand to keep me from technical error.
From Art in Needlework A Book about Embroidery by Mary Buckle
