: the continuous operation of a device (such as a computer) as a test for defects or failure prior to putting it to use
burned in or burnt in; burning in; burns in
: to increase the density of (portions of a photographic print) during enlarging by giving extra exposure
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K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
But in terms of preventing burn-in, flying toasters were no better than a blank screen.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 30 May 2025
Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Friday's rain is expected to be beneficial, helping soils without widespread flooding concerns, with the exception being near the Pickett Fire burn in Napa County, northeast of Calistoga, where forecasters said heavier showers could be a concern.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Pantone Validated ArtfulColor keeps these masterpieces looking realistic without screen burn-in.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
But in terms of preventing burn-in, flying toasters were no better than a blank screen.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 30 May 2025
Verb
However, this may also mean that there’s a hole being burnt in your wallet and your bank accounts are drying right up!
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Friday's rain is expected to be beneficial, helping soils without widespread flooding concerns, with the exception being near the Pickett Fire burn in Napa County, northeast of Calistoga, where forecasters said heavier showers could be a concern.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025
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“Burn-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/burn-in. Accessed 24 Dec. 2025.
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