as in with
using the means or agency of
drawn on the wall in crayon
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as in close
at, within, or to a short distance or time
the fielders closed in
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as in happening
being in the latest or current fashion
the in hairstyle this spring
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2
as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
the in thing to do is not always the right thing to do
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as in downtown
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
in gearheads had already decided that the format was a loser
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as in present
being within the confines of a specified place
the doctor isn't in right now
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as in influence
the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly
her years of experience with the federal regulatory agency gives her a tremendous in as a lobbyist for the nuclear power industry
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Recent Examples of in
Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 11 May 2025
Amal Clooney practices law both in England and the United States.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
Test results will be available about one week after mailing samples in, the Teal Health website states.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 May 2025
Paul Tassi, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2023
And on an individual level are players such Riley Mahlman and Kaden Johnson, highly-touted prospects from Minnesota who declined the chance to play for their in-state school and joined forces with its oldest rival.
—Mark Stewart, Journal Sentinel, 23 Nov. 2022
Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
Microsoft then added some extra layers of security, like data encryption and making Recall opt-in.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025
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Preposition
Ellen is a third-generation American from Brooklyn, N.Y., with grandparents who immigrated from Romania in the late 1800s.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 11 May 2025
Amal Clooney practices law both in England and the United States.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Adverb
Randle came back in and took over the contest, tallying six assists over the final six-plus minutes of the quarter to help Minnesota gain a 20-point advantage by frame’s end in a a runaway victory to square up the series.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
Test results will be available about one week after mailing samples in, the Teal Health website states.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 May 2025
Adjective
Abby is famously swole, and her in-game body was based on Colleen Fotsch, a CrossFit star.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2023
And on an individual level are players such Riley Mahlman and Kaden Johnson, highly-touted prospects from Minnesota who declined the chance to play for their in-state school and joined forces with its oldest rival.
—Mark Stewart, Journal Sentinel, 23 Nov. 2022
Noun
No 10th-place team in either conference has ever advanced past the play-in tournament since this current play-in format was first instituted for the 2020-21 season.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
Microsoft then added some extra layers of security, like data encryption and making Recall opt-in.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for in
Preposition
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This feature will launch in 650 cities around the world, with the company planning to add more every day.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Some homes and businesses bounced back relatively quickly, while others languished in complicated situations with insurance companies and a drought of cash flow.—
Gwen Rockwood,
Arkansas Online,
15 May 2025
Adverb
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With trellising, vining cucumbers usually can be planted a little closer together than bush-type varieties.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2025
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But that was a rare success for the 30-year-old former Milwaukee Brewers closer acquired in a major trade last December.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
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What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.—
Craig Hlavaty,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2018
Adjective
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Juliet Holy Pointed-Toe Chunky Block Heels Midi dresses and pointed-toe heels are a match made in heaven, as evidenced by Oprah’s fashionable look.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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As the global appeal of Lambrusco has grown, more of Emilia-Romagna’s winemakers have turned their vineyards into fashionable destinations.—
Simon Willis,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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The Shark Tank had to be downtown, so downtown had to get bigger.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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Brian Hopkins, 2nd, whose ward includes Streeterville, responded by calling (not for the first time) for moving the existing 10 p.m. curfew for minors who are downtown without an accompanying adult back to 8 p.m.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Yet Fantasyland, a Land of Tomorrow, Frontierland and what would become Adventureland are all present.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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Andrews brought up the topic when the two discussed Belichick being present to watch Hudson compete in the Miss Maine USA pageant over the weekend.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
13 May 2025
Noun
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Her style leans toward country and Americana with a wide array of rhythmic influences.—
Monica Hooper,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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The influence here, though, permeated into the clubhouse, its effect just as long lasting.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
17 May 2025
Preposition
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Keep scrolling to shop more tank tops, baggy jeans, pointed-toe shoes, and tote bags inspired by Hilary Duff now.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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The annual award, created and presented by the Les Paul Foundation (in partnership with Gibson Gives, the philanthropic division of Gibson), goes to an individual who exemplifies the spirit of the late Les Paul through innovation, engineering, technology and/or music.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
20 May 2025
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“In.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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