as in with
using the means or agency of
drawn on the wall in crayon
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as in close
at, within, or to a short distance or time
the fielders closed in
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as in happening
being in the latest or current fashion
the in hairstyle this spring
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2
as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
the in thing to do is not always the right thing to do
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as in downtown
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
in gearheads had already decided that the format was a loser
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as in present
being within the confines of a specified place
the doctor isn't in right now
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as in influence
the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly
her years of experience with the federal regulatory agency gives her a tremendous in as a lobbyist for the nuclear power industry
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Recent Examples of in
Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Jan. 2026
But in Florida democracy, a majority is less than a whiff of a puff of a nonexistent chemtrail.
—Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2026
Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Moments later, Maleek Thomas missed a turnaround jumper, but Knox flew in for the rebound.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 25 Jan. 2026
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Preposition
Gates is in Sundance a year later touting Atrophia and her acting role in The Moment (the A24 mockumentary starring Charli XCX).
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Jan. 2026
But in Florida democracy, a majority is less than a whiff of a puff of a nonexistent chemtrail.
—Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2026
Adverb
Only after confirming did the weight settle in.
—Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Moments later, Maleek Thomas missed a turnaround jumper, but Knox flew in for the rebound.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 25 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for in
Preposition
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Washington — Federal Reserve officials convene this week at a pivotal moment in the US central bank’s 112-year history, with a series of historic events putting a spotlight on their ability to set interest rates without political interference.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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True autonomy demands a fundamentally different approach — a unified system that perceives, decides, and acts with the entire body at once.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Keep it close—and securely attached to you—with a sleek phone lanyard.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2026
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In the latter, many polls showed the race very close, and within the margin of error, up until the end.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The ship is thoughtfully designed to allow for ample space so guests do not feel overcrowded, even in the most happening spots.—
Susan Barnes,
Southern Living,
10 Dec. 2025
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
Adjective
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Not the flashiest or most fashionable, but the most exquisitely made, the most precise.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
26 Jan. 2026
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For others, a maxi-length puffer or cuddly Teddy Bear coat could coax them out the door with a little fashionable flair.—
Frances Solá-Santiago,
InStyle,
25 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Almost everything on this list is directly downtown, with two or so things being a 10- to 15-minute drive away.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
20 Dec. 2025
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Bond Street, another restaurant in the center, has been downtown on Bond Street for 22 years.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
10 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The home where baby Ana Maria died was recently torn down, and Adams was present.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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The result in practice tends to be gratuitous spending for minimal present gains.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Digital and tech journalist Taylor Lorenz expounds upon the influence of the digital space called social media in her book, Extremely Online.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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This mutual influence—rare even among luxury estates—ensures the house style feels consistent but never static.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Preposition
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Huff was acquired by the Pacers in an offseason trade with Memphis, meaning Huff negotiated and signed his ongoing contract while with the Grizzlies.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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On Tuesday morning, students will be greeted by faculty, student ambassadors and the Pali High marching band as families, alumni and neighbors line the streets to welcome the campus back to life.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
24 Jan. 2026
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