inlaid

verb

Definition of inlaidnext
past tense of inlay
as in inset

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inlaid
  1. inset
  2. inserted
  3. cut in
  4. injected
  5. interpolated
  6. interspersed
  7. worked in
  8. interjected
Verb
  • The lace inset in these pants is a subtle design touch that comes across as so intentional.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 22 July 2026
  • Large ventilation spaces surrounding them make the tail section appear inset into the vehicle's structure.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 May 2026
Definition of inset
Verb
  • Nine were the initial sequences output by the AI, and the remaining seven had acquired additional mutations after being inserted into bacteria.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Now, with Arraez inserted into the lineup and Harper returning to the outfield, the Phillies are betting that a defensive sacrifice from one of their biggest stars will ultimately make the roster more dangerous.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of inserted
Verb
  • After the Federal Reserve issued three rate cuts in the final four months of 2025 – which followed the same pattern from 2024 – many expected the rate climate to continue to cool into 2026.
    — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Although the district reported substantial cuts in its third interim budget report, many of the improvements came from one-time savings, and the district was still projected to remain in the red.
    — Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of cut in
Verb
  • Republican Jim Shaw injected humor into his remarks, pulling out a Florida flag while distancing himself from substance use.
    — Joan Murray, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • This results in a concentrated stream of CO₂, which can then be compressed and injected into permanent underground geological storage.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of injected
Verb
  • But other parts of the country are more like sensor deserts, where AQI scores are interpolated from readings made in far-off places, and precision is reduced.
    — Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 24 July 2026
  • There are interpolated bits of backstory to explain character — Simon and Jack would be left at school over Christmas by their parents (abusive and cold, respectively).
    — Robert Lloyd, Boston Herald, 7 May 2026
Definition of interpolated
Verb
  • Sea bass crudo is a refreshing start, the succulent slices of fish interspersed with fresh mango and bits of teardrop pepper.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • The 62-year-old Payton’s mind rarely works linearly, his thoughts akin to a script from a Christopher Nolan movie, interspersed with flashbacks.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 July 2026
Definition of interspersed
Verb
  • One former staffer, who worked in the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, said he was trapped outside when the shooting started.
    — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Basiratmand worked in information technology for nearly 34 years and worked for a company that was a Microsoft partner.
    — Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
Definition of worked in
Verb
  • Maher interjected, citing a settlement between Fox News and Dominion Voting Systems.
    — Britta Miller, The Washington Examiner, 27 June 2026
  • Carr interjected, eager to include the 41-year-old unrestricted free agent in the conversation of incumbent on-ball presences on the Lakers.
    — Law Murray, New York Times, 27 June 2026
Definition of interjected
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