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Instinctive

Definition

(formal) Done or felt without conscious thought or deliberate intention; guided by natural tendency or intuition rather than reason or experience.

Example Sentences

1Her instinctive reaction was to run away from the danger, but she managed to stay calm and think clearly.
2Is it instinctive for humans to be territorial, or is this a learned behavior?
3The artist's instinctive use of color and texture created a powerful emotional impact on the viewer.
4Try not to be instinctively defensive when receiving constructive criticism; instead, use it as an opportunity to learn and grow.
5Research suggests that many of our moral judgments are instinctive, rather than the result of careful reasoning or deliberation.

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