invest in
phrasal verb
invested in; investing in; invests in
1
: to use money for (something) in order to earn more money
He made a fortune by investing in real estate.
He invested his savings in the business.
2
: to spend money for building or improving (something)
The city will invest millions of dollars in two new schools.
The city plans to invest heavily in its educational system this year.
3
: to give (time or effort) in order to do something or make something better
A lot of time was invested in the project.
We need to invest more effort in educating our children.
4
informal
: to spend money on (something useful or helpful to oneself)
I am planning to invest in a good coat.
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Instead of following trends, choose a neutral color palette and invest in quality hardware and lighting that will stand the test of time.
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Additionally, investing in a single stock without thorough analysis can carry risks.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Aside from investing in immunotherapy, limiting your environmental exposure is the best way to keep cedar fever at bay.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 20 Jan. 2026
Even so, the Garland Fire Department used the opportunity to remind residents to prioritize kitchen fire safety by keeping combustible items — including paper towels, dish towels, food packaging, and plastic containers — away from stovetops and, if necessary, investing in safety stove knob covers.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Additionally, investing in a single stock without thorough analysis can carry risks.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Aside from investing in immunotherapy, limiting your environmental exposure is the best way to keep cedar fever at bay.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 20 Jan. 2026
Even so, the Garland Fire Department used the opportunity to remind residents to prioritize kitchen fire safety by keeping combustible items — including paper towels, dish towels, food packaging, and plastic containers — away from stovetops and, if necessary, investing in safety stove knob covers.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
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“Invest in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/invest%20in. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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