in context

phrase

1

: in a sentence with other words

To really know a word, you must be able to use it in context.

2

: while thinking about the group of conditions that exist where and when something happens

We need to consider these events in context.

Examples of in context in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What Building The Habit Looks Like Habits form through repetition in context. — James Glover, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

To put the number in context, Ricks said this represents a 35% increase for GLP-1 coverage in the United States. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026

To prove the effectiveness of thread-ectronic sensors, Sonkusale his team demonstrated how their innovation amplified subtle signals that could, in context, indicate stress, illness, and more. — New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026

Criticism is meant to interrogate a feeling and then root that in context psychologically and culturally. — Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2026