imprint (something) in(to) (someone or something)

imprint (something) in(to) (someone or something)

To retain something in one's memory. Being rejected by her crush has definitely imprinted a sense of anxiety into Sarah's brain, at least as far as romantic relationships are concerned. I try to imprint the importance of strong morals into my kids' minds every day.
See also: imprint
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • imprint
  • have a crush on (someone)
  • open a few doors for (one)
  • toss out of (something or some place)
  • two jumps ahead (of someone or something)
  • two jumps ahead of
  • two leaps ahead (of someone or something)
  • two steps ahead (of someone or something)
  • hold (someone or something) out of (something)
  • crush up