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as in penetrated
to go or come in or into
the hikers entered the cave with considerable caution
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as in joined
to become a member of
patriotic young men and women entering the armed services debutantes entering society
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as in recorded
to put (someone or something) on a list
new voters fill out a form and elections officials enter their names into the database
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as in received
to offer entrance (as to a place, school, or privilege) to
the club enters only five new members a year
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Recent Examples of entered
Contreras, meanwhile, entered Tuesday's game after an emotional stretch.
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Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
The autopsy also found that a gunshot wound entered Wiley on the right side of his chest and exited on the left side of his chest, Crump said.
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Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Built for remote power With criticality achieved using a full-scale reactor core, the project entered a new testing phase.
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Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
After Medina got into trouble with a Max Muncy double and Kyle Tucker walk — Tucker’s fourth of the game — Harris entered the game with two outs and struck out Tommy Edman to end the inning.
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Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
Derrick Callella entered the plea in Arizona to charges of transmitting a demand for ransom in interstate commerce and utilizing a telecommunications device with intent to abuse, threaten or harass a person.
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Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
The report focused on sightings of drones across central and northwest Europe and did not examine incursions along NATO’s eastern flank, where multiple Russian and Ukrainian attack drones have entered European airspace.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals’ 40-year-old captain, entered the offseason facing the end of his contract and weighing the possibility of retirement from the NHL.
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Bailey Johnson,
Washington Post,
2 July 2026
In May, Crisp entered an Alford plea, which carries the same weight as a guilty plea but does not require a defendant to admit guilt, only that there’s enough evidence to convict them, according to previous Idaho Statesman reporting.
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Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
2 July 2026
Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
The autopsy also found that a gunshot wound entered Wiley on the right side of his chest and exited on the left side of his chest, Crump said.
—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Built for remote power With criticality achieved using a full-scale reactor core, the project entered a new testing phase.
—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
After Medina got into trouble with a Max Muncy double and Kyle Tucker walk — Tucker’s fourth of the game — Harris entered the game with two outs and struck out Tommy Edman to end the inning.
—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
Derrick Callella entered the plea in Arizona to charges of transmitting a demand for ransom in interstate commerce and utilizing a telecommunications device with intent to abuse, threaten or harass a person.
—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
The report focused on sightings of drones across central and northwest Europe and did not examine incursions along NATO’s eastern flank, where multiple Russian and Ukrainian attack drones have entered European airspace.
—
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals’ 40-year-old captain, entered the offseason facing the end of his contract and weighing the possibility of retirement from the NHL.
—
Bailey Johnson,
Washington Post,
2 July 2026
In May, Crisp entered an Alford plea, which carries the same weight as a guilty plea but does not require a defendant to admit guilt, only that there’s enough evidence to convict them, according to previous Idaho Statesman reporting.
—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
2 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entered
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Fans on the lawn cried out as each arrow penetrated his chest.
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Strong as a curly-haired blond is less convincing at first sight—but the fact that viewers are able to meticulously judge this portrayal speaks less to the film and more to the way in which Zuckerberg has penetrated the collective consciousness.
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On the German national team, he’s joined by several Bayern teammates.
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SpaceX has officially joined the Russell 1000 and will join the Nasdaq 100 in July.
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When the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776, the high temperature in Philadelphia was 76 degrees — Thomas Jefferson himself recorded the measurement.
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Goalkeeper Angelina Anderson recorded one save for her third shutout of the season.
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Fox News Digital has reached out to the Justice Department seeking clarification about an apparent discrepancy in its announcement regarding the age of one of the alleged trafficking victims and will update this story if a response is received.
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Over 70% of those who received removal orders nationwide in May were unrepresented.
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The Smidge includes a loft bedroom, which is accessed by the storage staircase mentioned.
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As recently as June, Alameda County camera data has been accessed by out-of-state entities, a violation of Senate Bill 34, a state law restricting California law enforcement agencies from sharing data with out-of-state and federal agencies.
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The Sports Illustrated model has been everywhere since Brooks rejoined the PGA Tour, and it's been quite a scene.
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Outdoor Voices was founded in 2013 by Tyler Haney, who rejoined the brand following Consortium Brand Partners’ acquisition n 2024 to lead product, brand and creative.
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The family's address was listed as a room at the Econo Lodge Motel in Wooster Township.
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Events listed on the calendar range from neighborhood gatherings and historical commemorations to concerts, family activities and civic engagement programs.
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Lower the heat to a simmer, and cook until the potatoes are just slightly tender when pierced with a fork or knife.
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First responders found the woman conscious and alert after an umbrella stake pierced her shoulder.
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“Entered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entered. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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