Idiom: Bred-In-The-Bone
Meanings
From the past participle of breed in the bone.
How to pronounce "bred-in-the-bone":
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Firmly established or instilled; deep-seated.
Inveterate or habitual; long-standing.
Example Sentences
1
Her love for music is bred-in-the-bone; she has been singing since she was a child.
2
He is a born leader, his leadership skills are bred-in-the-bone.
3
Being a perfectionist is bred-in-the-bone for her; she pays attention to the smallest of details.
4
His talent for painting is bred-in-the-bone; he started drawing at a very young age.
5
The politician's corruption is bred-in-the-bone; he has been involved in numerous scandals.
