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
There’s also a video of Kiser seeking input from followers on the best covers to buy.
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 June 2025
This unverified input can cause AI to surface unqualified applicants for senior roles.
—Hariharan Kolam, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Transitioning to mouse mode by simply placing the controller on a table made a potentially confusing input so much more intuitive.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
There’s a wee LCD for remaining battery percentage, estimated remaining run time at current usage rates, and wattage input and output.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 5 June 2025
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 June 2025
This unverified input can cause AI to surface unqualified applicants for senior roles.
—Hariharan Kolam, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Transitioning to mouse mode by simply placing the controller on a table made a potentially confusing input so much more intuitive.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
There’s a wee LCD for remaining battery percentage, estimated remaining run time at current usage rates, and wattage input and output.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for input
Noun
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More research is needed to better understand these risks, but in the meantime, experts recommend simple, practical steps to reduce intake.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
5 June 2025
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Noting that restrictive caloric intake can lead to deficiencies in protein, vitamins and minerals, which can put the body under stress.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 June 2025
Noun
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This article is not offering medical advice and should be used for informational purposes only.—
Sara Novak,
Discover Magazine,
7 June 2025
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For several hours Friday, advocates gathered outside Ambiance Apparel’s warehouse shouting legal advice to those being detained inside.—
Rachel Uranga,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
Noun
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In addition to UnitedHealth Group, the lawsuit named Chief Executive Andrew Witty and Chief Financial Officer John Rex as co-defendants, alleging they were directly involved in the dissemination of misleading information to investors during the affected period.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Anyone who was on or around the summit of Katahdin between 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, or has any other information regarding Esther’s whereabouts, is asked to call Houlton State Police.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
4 June 2025
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“Input.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/input. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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