in-built
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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But it was a savvy business move and a niche addition six years later that saw the creation of the world's first hotel featuring an in-built ice-rink.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026
For most of the past century, it would have been unthinkable for BYU’s coach to spurn a blueblood like Penn State, with all the in-built advantages it offered in recruiting.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025
Paying this way already has an unlimited payment limit, owing to the in-built extra security features such as thumbprints or face ID.
From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025
In its analysis of Stormont’s budget, it warned that all departments had started the fiscal year facing "an in-built wage-cost pressure" as a result of existing pay deals.
From BBC • Nov. 12, 2024
The rhyme of the 'Franckelyn's dogge' was in-built with the foundation of our acquaintance, so with adequate pomp we yclept him little Bingo.'
From Wild Animals I Have Known by Seton, Ernest Thompson
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