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Instill vs. Instil

Instill

/ɪnˈstɪl/

To gradually put a feeling or idea into someone's mind or feelings

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The workshop aimed to instill a sense of creativity.Parents strive to instill values in their children.Teachers hope to instill a love for learning.

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Instil

/ɪnˈstɪl/

To gradually implant an idea, feeling, or attitude into someone's mind through persistent instruction.

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Remember that instill is commonly used in American English, while instil is the variant used in British English.
Both words mean the same and are used interchangeably depending on your regional spelling preference.
When writing for an American audience or in an American context, use instill; for a British audience or context, use instil.

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