1
as in intake
matter that is fed into something
at that point I was being subjected to so much sensory input that I had to close my eyes
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2
as in advice
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
he solicited input from several trusted sources before making the investment
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Recent Examples of input
That means allied stockpiling of semiconductors and other critical inputs that cannot be quickly substituted.
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Eyck Freymann, Time, 17 Apr. 2026
These redistricting moves did not involve voter input, Hall says, making Virginia's election a unique approach in getting voter approval.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
His office will consider all public input as part of its review.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
For under $10, the Orei South Africa Power Plug Adapter is a streamlined choice, with two inputs and both USB and USB-C ports.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
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Eyck Freymann, Time, 17 Apr. 2026
These redistricting moves did not involve voter input, Hall says, making Virginia's election a unique approach in getting voter approval.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
His office will consider all public input as part of its review.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
For under $10, the Orei South Africa Power Plug Adapter is a streamlined choice, with two inputs and both USB and USB-C ports.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for input
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According to a social media update from the San Jacinto Valley Animal Campus, all 480 ducks have been rescued or adopted, marking one of the largest single intake-and-placement efforts for the department in over a decade.—
Cierra Morgan
Connect
April 20,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The finding suggests that sodium intake may be a modifiable risk factor for memory decline in older males.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The event brings together senior residents and young people — primarily college students — to share stories and life advice.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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His advice was simple, wrapped in the self-improvement argot of our times.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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There's a person of interest in Kierra's case For years, little was known about Kierra's case — until July 2022, when Chicago authorities released new information, including details about a person of interest.—
Aya Al-Hakim,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Input.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/input. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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