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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1
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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3
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
Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 11 Oct. 2025
The front-runners Though a number of candidates are in the running, attention has largely been focused on three front-runners – who could all take Japan in a different direction.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2025
Just put socks on, slide your feet in, and let the massager do its thing.
—Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Scott McMurren, Anchorage Daily News, 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
Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 25 Sep. 2025
Since wigs also naturally shed with brushing, washing, and styling, supplementing with clip-ins right from the start helps maintain a fuller look and prolongs the life of the unit.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
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Preposition
The midfielder received the ball on the left from Lautaro after a few Venezuela rebounds in the area and slotted it into the near post.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 11 Oct. 2025
The front-runners Though a number of candidates are in the running, attention has largely been focused on three front-runners – who could all take Japan in a different direction.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Adverb
Not two years later this tower was to collapse precipitately under its own weight into a pyramid of dust and rubble, only to be rebuilt later, in, unaccountably, all its former gracelessness.
—Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2025
Just put socks on, slide your feet in, and let the massager do its thing.
—Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
But on their in-state routes, Alaska Air is the only option.
—Scott McMurren, Anchorage Daily News, 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
That's nearly two times the number of book-ins recorded in all of 2024.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 25 Sep. 2025
Since wigs also naturally shed with brushing, washing, and styling, supplementing with clip-ins right from the start helps maintain a fuller look and prolongs the life of the unit.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for in
Preposition
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What To Know While speaking with CNN's Kaitlan Collins on Friday, Mamdani was asked about his conversation with the state's attorney general.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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The game began with a moment of silence for legendary Argentine coach Miguel Russo, who died on Wednesday after a long illness.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
11 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Yankee Candle 22-Ounce Autumn Wreath Candle Nothing compares to the smells of fall, but this delightful candle comes pretty close.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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Expect to hear more rumors surrounding Henry and the Ravens as the trade deadline draws closer.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 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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Toss it in your tote for just-in-case scenarios, or drape it over your shoulders and tie for a more fashionable statement.—
Nusrat Sultana,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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Vionic Winny 2 Sneakers Vionic sneakers are fashionable enough to wear to work or the grocery store thanks to the versatile leather and suede materials — and this pair is currently at one of its lowest prices.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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So the downtown Asian staple moved into a ghost kitchen 13 miles away in Meridian.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Aug. 2025
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A day of concerts continued as planned in the downtown Milwaukee park July 12.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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The study analyzed blood samples from 47 patients with severe ME/CFS and 61 healthy controls, revealing a unique pattern consistently present in patients with the condition.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Oct. 2025
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This level of caring and personal openness—owning mistakes is part of being present as a whole person—filters into the business culture.—
Adam Gale,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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China wields disproportionate influence over downstream industries with its dominance of the complex separation and refining capacity.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Not the first time There is also concern over the extent of influence the Trust seeks to exert over Tata Sons’ capital allocation decisions, according to Dalal.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
10 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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Under the agreement, accepted by both parties this week, Hamas will return all living hostages—believed to be around 20—in exchange for roughly 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and about 1,700 detainees from Gaza.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Oct. 2025
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Hidalgo-Monroy Wohlgemuth discusses the impact of Fair Trade and organic agriculture on rural development in Chiapas, Mexico, emphasizing social empowerment, particularly for women, and the challenges posed by neoliberal policies such as the North American Free Trade Agreement.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
11 Oct. 2025
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“In.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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