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to cause (someone) to think or believe something by using methods that make a person unable to think normally
Terrorists brainwashed the prisoners. Does advertising brainwash children?
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Recent Examples of brainwashing
Brian Klaas, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2024
Coriolanus says this to Katniss in Mockingjay Part 2 after Peeta and other captive victors are extracted from the Capitol, to forewarn of Peeta's brainwashing.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 25 Sep. 2023
After some kick-ass action, Barnes seems to be at least partially released of his brainwashing by the action of the film.
—Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 27 Feb. 2023
The standout speech, which ultimately inspires the rest of the Barbies in Barbie Land to snap out of Ken's patriarchal brainwashing, also plucked the heartstrings of another demographic — mothers.
—Andrea Mandell, Peoplemag, 3 Jan. 2024
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Noun
Even if their minds are someday freed after Putin’s regime collapses, propagandistic brainwashing also takes time to undo.
—Brian Klaas, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2024
Coriolanus says this to Katniss in Mockingjay Part 2 after Peeta and other captive victors are extracted from the Capitol, to forewarn of Peeta's brainwashing.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 25 Sep. 2023
After some kick-ass action, Barnes seems to be at least partially released of his brainwashing by the action of the film.
—Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 27 Feb. 2023
The standout speech, which ultimately inspires the rest of the Barbies in Barbie Land to snap out of Ken's patriarchal brainwashing, also plucked the heartstrings of another demographic — mothers.
—Andrea Mandell, Peoplemag, 3 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brainwashing
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Week 7 will also see the final game in London this season, with the New England Patriots traveling to face the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium, a week after the Jags lost in convincing fashion to the Bears at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Ben Morse, CNN, 20 Oct. 2024
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As evidenced by the young man’s question, convincing people that inflation is easing is a tough sell.Jeff Cox, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
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Scenes of celebration, public adoration, seduction and romance mingle in the film’s tease – as its lead traverses a thorny yet exhilarating path toward self-acceptance.Holly Jones, Variety, 16 Oct. 2024
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With Venus casting its love spell through Scorpio, the magic of intensity and seduction permeate through the air.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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African gray parrots, chickens, songbirds, and other avian species have capsaicin-immune pain receptors that negate the heat-inducing unpleasantness associated with peppers.Amiah Taylor, Discover Magazine, 13 Nov. 2024
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The latest from writer-director Sean Baker, whose stories tend to follow people living on the margins of society (see also 2015’s Tangerine, 2017’s The Florida Project, and 2021’s Red Rocket), the film is by turns anxiety inducing, startlingly funny, and poignant.Rachel Brodsky, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2024
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Nathan MacKinnon had no issues bringing the troubled star back into the fold after two weeks of practice.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Vail Resort will open for skiing on Friday and Purgatory will follow on Saturday, bringing the number of operating ski areas in Colorado to 10.John Meyer, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
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Cozy season is in full swing — and Amazon is celebrating with deals on best-selling bedding.Isabel Garcia, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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There’s no word on whether Atherton is selling the business, but the shop is already listed on the chain’s website as being temporarily closed.Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Oct. 2024
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Its high proof gives it enough backbone to stand up to sweet vermouth and bitters, creating a rich, satisfying Manhattan.Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Remember, the key to truly satisfying success lies in not only managing the urgent, but also investing time and energy in what truly matters in the long run.Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Since Friday, Krause, Anderson ,and Mother Earth Foods are persuading grocery stores like Sam’s Club to redirect perishable foods from their dumpsters to Asheville’s residents.Jessica Wakeman, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
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In addition to persuading Arab countries to immediately adopt a more aggressive posture on enforcing sanctions against Hamas, the Biden administration should push them to publicly call out Sinwar’s obstructionist role in the talks.Andrew P. Miller, Foreign Affairs, 29 Sep. 2024
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The biodiversity crisis, and the role of nature in reducing greenhouse gases and making lives and livelihoods more resilient to the impacts of climate change, is slowly attracting more attention.Nina Seega, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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In addition to Saturday being a prime day for attracting an in-person audience, the regularity of the schedule may enable fans to better plan trips to the stadium.Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Brainwashing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brainwashing. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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