in place

phrase

1

or less commonly into place

a

: in an original or proper position

b

: established, instituted, or operational

systems in place

2

: in the same spot without forward or backward movement

run in place

see also:

shelter in place

Examples of in place in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

De Los Santos, 23, who started at first base Friday in place of Kyle Stowers and batted seventh, has spent a majority of the 2026 campaign in Jacksonville, patiently waiting for an opportunity to establish himself at the professional level. — Brandon Liguori, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

The shoe also features a double-lace system that keeps the tongue in place and makes the fit feel more secure and sock-like. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2026

High surf advisories are in place for all south- and east-facing shores in Hawaii, as well as the west shore of the Big Island, under the influence of Lowell and Hurricane Karina. — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

The temperature-regulating, hypoallergenic pillowcases are designed to be gentle on skin and hair, while a smart zipper closure helps keep them securely in place. — ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1560, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for in place

• abase
• airspace
• apace
• backspace
• biface
• birthplace
• blackface
• boldface
• bookcase
• braincase
• briefcase
• carcase