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as in penetrates
to go or come in or into
the hikers entered the cave with considerable caution
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as in joins
to become a member of
patriotic young men and women entering the armed services debutantes entering society
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as in lists
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 receives
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 enters
What does is that someone like Brind’Amour, who helped lift a struggling team up to the pinnacle of the sport — twice now — enters the Hall, where the sport’s greatest stories belong.
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James Mirtle, New York Times, 17 June 2026
In a press briefing ahead of the summit, which enters its second day on Tuesday and will conclude on Wednesday, Macron said a key focus of the talks would be maintaining support for Ukraine.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 16 June 2026
Koepka enters the week with huge question marks after withdrawing from last week's Canadian Open with an elbow/hand injury.
—Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
Edwin Lopez has been sworn in as the next police chief in the city of Miami, formalizing a changing of the guard as Mayor Eileen Higgins enters her sixth month in office.
—Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
New Zealand enters the tournament having lost friendlies against England, Chile and Haiti, 4-0.
—David Hickey, NBC news, 15 June 2026
Genetic testing enters the discussion.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Meanwhile, the moon enters your sign, giving you fire, momentum and main-character energy.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
As the trial enters its final stage, here's what to know about the case.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 9 June 2026
James Mirtle, New York Times, 17 June 2026
In a press briefing ahead of the summit, which enters its second day on Tuesday and will conclude on Wednesday, Macron said a key focus of the talks would be maintaining support for Ukraine.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 16 June 2026
Koepka enters the week with huge question marks after withdrawing from last week's Canadian Open with an elbow/hand injury.
—Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
Edwin Lopez has been sworn in as the next police chief in the city of Miami, formalizing a changing of the guard as Mayor Eileen Higgins enters her sixth month in office.
—Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
New Zealand enters the tournament having lost friendlies against England, Chile and Haiti, 4-0.
—David Hickey, NBC news, 15 June 2026
Genetic testing enters the discussion.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Meanwhile, the moon enters your sign, giving you fire, momentum and main-character energy.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
As the trial enters its final stage, here's what to know about the case.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enters
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Sealing your patio will keep moss from growing by reducing the amount of moisture that penetrates into pavers.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
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Red light at a wavelength of roughly 620–700 nanometers penetrates superficially and targets collagen remodeling and inflammation.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Cato Institute Senior Fellow David Inserra joins The Excerpt to discuss the debate over social media bans, age verification, free speech and how parents can help keep kids safe online.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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Givenchy joins the ranks of LVMH brands with a presence in Saint-Tropez, where the luxury conglomerate’s chairman and chief executive officer Bernard Arnault has a private villa and several hotels, including Cheval Blanc.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
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His resume lists educational roles in New Jersey and business ventures in Jamaica.—
Austin Horn
June 16,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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The lawsuit lists four causes of action, including assault and battery against the city of Elk Grove; negligence against the city, the county and state, as well as civil rights violations.—
Camryn Dadey,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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The Associated Press’ climate and environmental coverage receives financial support from multiple private foundations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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If one candidate receives the majority of votes, no special general election will be held, according to the California Secretary of State.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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This suite is reached from a hall off the entry foyer, which also accesses the home’s second half bath.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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Greg takes Tommy’s advice and finally accesses his inner Rooster.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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Meantime, Sung-Mun Song will start at shortstop and likely fill in at the position until Bogaerts rejoins the team on Friday in Baltimore.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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There is a decent possibility that Jorge Polanco (Achilles) rejoins the Mets on Friday.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The assault with a deadly weapon happened during the incident, records report.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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Court records out of the Southern District of New York show Bankman-Fried is appealing his case.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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And who the f--- pierces a 12 year old?—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Lockwood’s music instills joy in listening, and such revitalized desire leaves your body freshly tender, sensitive to whatever pierces the ear.—
Joshua Minsoo Kim,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Enters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enters. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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