as in inherent
being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing
a poker player with a seemingly built-in ability to read his opponents' faces
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Recent Examples of built-in
There are also built-in tools for code, documents, image generation, audio, and even video editing.
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New Atlas, 11 May 2025
Have strong antivirus software: Google Play Protect, which is built-in malware protection for Android devices, automatically removes known malware.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2025
During Linde’s post-earnings conference call, CEO Sanjiv Lamba said the company has built-in contraction protections for such delays.
—Matthew J. Belvedere, CNBC, 1 May 2025
Plus, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth keep you connected to networks, devices, and accessories with ease.
—New Atlas, 28 Apr. 2025
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New Atlas, 11 May 2025
Have strong antivirus software: Google Play Protect, which is built-in malware protection for Android devices, automatically removes known malware.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2025
During Linde’s post-earnings conference call, CEO Sanjiv Lamba said the company has built-in contraction protections for such delays.
—Matthew J. Belvedere, CNBC, 1 May 2025
Plus, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth keep you connected to networks, devices, and accessories with ease.
—New Atlas, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for built-in
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On the contrary, the power of the purse is reserved to Congress, and the President has no inherent authority to override Congress's will on domestic spending decisions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2025
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Loro Piana’s connection to the equestrian world was inherent from the very beginning, with brothers Pier Luigi and Sergio Loro Piana, the former co-owners of the Maison, both passoniate riders.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Prominent investors like Warren Buffett remain wary, emphasizing Bitcoin’s lack of intrinsic value and the possibility of regulatory crackdowns.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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The successful release once again proved the intrinsic value of Black content and the importance of creating meaningful marketing moments that lead to movements.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
22 May 2025
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Over the past two seasons, Williams’ proficiency in the midrange has become an integral part of the Thunder’s half-court setup, finishing the regular season in the 93rd and 96th percentile in midrange attempts, according to Cleaning the Glass.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Sale was an integral part of the 2018 Red Sox team that won the World Series.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
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Tailor Your Résumé While certifications are essential, your résumé must reflect a comprehensive picture of your skills and experiences.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Specifically, a waterproof cell phone pouch is essential when enjoying water activities during the summer.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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“Built-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/built-in. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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