Definition of MANTRAS (original) (raw)
Examples of mantra in a Sentence
a businessman whose mantra is “bigger is better”
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Our emphasis on student success, both present success and future success, have always been our mantra. —
Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Oct. 2024 Despite this, the mantra from EV aficionados doesn’t change. —Neil Winton, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024 Thus, my host mantra is -- be gracious, be gracious, be gracious. —Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Oct. 2024 But there are plenty of other strategies to quiet the mean voice in your head and hype yourself up if mantras aren’t your thing. —Jenna Ryu, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mantra 
Word History
Etymology
Sanskrit, sacred counsel, formula, from manyate he thinks; akin to Latin mens mind — more at mind
First Known Use
1795, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of mantra was in 1795
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“Mantra.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mantra. Accessed 18 Nov. 2024.
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Last Updated: 27 Oct 2024 - Updated example sentences
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