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programmed

Pronunciation: [ˈprəʊɡræmd]

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Learn how to use programmed in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(verb) to write a set of instructions for a computer so it knows what to do. When someone programs a computer, they tell it how to perform tasks and solve problems.

Example

She programmed the computer to play her favorite song.

Example

He didn't program the robot correctly, so it couldn't complete the task.

Example

Did you program your computer to update automatically?

Context: “behavior”

(verb) to set or influence someone’s thoughts or behaviors so that they act in a certain way. This can happen in many ways, like through education or experiences.

Example

The coach programmed the athletes to believe in themselves.

Example

They didn't program their minds with negative thoughts.

Example

How can you program yourself to think more positively?

How to pronounce programmed

Pronunciation: [ˈprəʊɡræmd]

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