noun
definition
A natural or inherent impulse or behaviour.
example
Many animals fear fire by instinct.
definition
An intuitive reaction not based on rational conscious thought.
example
Debbie's instinct was to distrust John.
Examples of instincts in a Sentence
Her instincts were at a clamor.
He pushed aside the nagging instincts he'd been ignoring since seeing her earlier.
Her instincts, however, were telling her to run.
The instincts she'd ignored at seeing Logan alive grew louder.
Apparently her instincts had been correct when she suspected that he was trying to warn her.
I made the mistake of not trusting my instincts when I met you, he said.
Her instincts on high alarm, she met Xander's gaze.
He simply hadn't wanted to face what his instincts told him.
She didn't understand what her instincts were trying to tell her, but right now, they wanted her to climb a tree to see the lake from above.
Her instincts, however, insisted that she check into one of the messages.
But he was so handsome, and she so amazed he wanted to go out with her, that she ignored the instincts warning her it would never last.
This—combined with General Greene's encrypted messages—made her instincts stronger.
Bianca grabbed her other arm, instincts screaming.
His instincts told him he needed to find the woman, and he closed his eyes.
Instincts took her in the direction of the stream, and she reached the top of a shallow ravine in whose valley the stream flowed.
Deidre asked, her new instincts warning her of an attempt at deception.
He tried to move away but she continued to console him, deep mother instincts from a hundred generations of genes.
Jenn let her instincts take over, ignoring the instinct that told her no mortal should be able to fight one guardsman, let alone three.
Dusty followed his instincts to the kitchen and stopped in the doorway.
She didn't know these men, but her instincts told her they were 100 percent predators.
The same instincts that warned her against the last deal with him told her she'd never win any bet with the devil I'll give you the terms first this time.
Deidre let her newfound instincts guide her.
Maybe I was more interested in detailing your human weakness than in understanding what your instincts told you.
Katie followed her instincts through the dreamscape until she climbed the last rocks and saw Rhyn curled in a ball just on the other side of a small ridge on the Sanctuary.
His instincts warned him to hurry, that he had a reason to grab Hannah and go instead of sticking around to see what was causing the activity.
Jule's instincts took over, and he allowed them to guide his sword and punches.
She went to the key locker and chose one of Damian's sports cars, her instincts urging her to go somewhere, though she didn't know where.
She sighed, her instincts too dulled by beer to warn her.
He left the sparring level without saying a word to Ully and followed his instincts up a flight of stairs and down a narrow hall he recognized from his visit to their father.s catacombs with Kris.
Her instincts didn't like Evelyn's nonchalance on the subject.
The quiet voice of her instincts was at a shout.
While some parents follow textbook parenting techniques, others rely on their own instincts to make decisions and handle the behavior of their kids.
They also visit trade shows, and just follow their own instincts.
There's no rules when it comes to tattoo designs; if a piece speaks to you, simply trust your instincts and consider your own unique way to wear it.
Pay attention to your instincts even when others are trying to dismiss them as irrelevant.
Whether your child has these signs and symptoms of autism or not, your parental instincts may be telling you that something is going on.
If you suspect your child is exhibiting infant autism symptoms, trust your instincts and demand an evaluation by a professional with experience diagnosing and treating autistic disorders.
As you research your options and begin to answer the question, "What car is right for me?" don't forget to listen to your instincts.
Retraining the instincts, and restoring balance and healthful attitudes towards food takes patience.
By asking for credentials and trusting your instincts, you'll find a broker that will get you the very best deal on California car insurance.
Fantasy Lingerie will help you get in touch with your wild side, thanks to their Wild Instincts and Tigress chemises.
Whatever it is, there is an exotic sensuality about it that appeals to our senses and basic animal instincts.
Seductive Instincts - This store offers super sexy satin gowns and dresses as well as baby dolls, chemises and cami sets.
While performing at the Opry, she encountered fellow rising star Johnny Cash, who advised her to trust her instincts.
Newt having stirred Ripley's maternal instincts, it's the Battle of the Enraged Mothers.
Fantasy art demons appeal to more basic, primal instincts.
Anyway, she wanted me to tell you to trust your instincts.
How many humans were dead because he lacked the strength to face his instincts?
Her thoughts went to Darkyn but her instincts warned her it wasn't him.
He'd given her something to think about, but her instincts were screaming at her not to have anything to do with this creature.