in the world

phrase

: among innumerable possibilities : ever

—used as an intensive

what in the world is it

Examples of in the world in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What the hell type of jerk goes after a library system, especially a library system in one of the most ethnically and linguistically diverse areas in the world? — Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2026

Lawrence’s laid-back, relatable personality is infused into the ethos of the brand, but all the good vibes in the world can’t make great beauty products. — Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 6 Nov. 2026

More than one billion people across faiths celebrate it in the world’s most populous nation and its diaspora. — ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026

Every year GuruWalk, a platform for free tours, puts together a ranking of the best cities in the world to explore on foot. — Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in the world

• netherworld
• otherworld
• underworld
• curled
• furled
• hurled
• knurled
• swirled
• twirled
• whirled
• whorled
• lifeworld