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Institutionalization

/ˌɪnstɪˌtuʃənəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
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(noun) The process of establishing a practice as a norm.

The institutionalization of the program was successful.
Institutionalization can have negative effects.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The long-term ____ of the patient led to a significant loss of his independent social skills over time.

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