as in influences
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 ins
Camille Rose’s styling gels, mousses, and leave-ins are especially beloved for enhancing natural styles while keeping curls soft, hydrated, and healthy-looking.
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Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Add-ins like fruit contribute additional nutrients such as antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and more fiber, while nuts and seeds supply protein, magnesium, vitamin E and healthy unsaturated fats that support heart and brain health.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
As previously reported by FN, Pedro García’s 100th anniversary celebrations commenced in 2025 with a range of endeavors including a special capsule collection called Essentia, in-store pop-ins, the aforementioned commemorative book and a series of exclusive events.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
Weigh-ins over, the wrestlers warm up on all four mats.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Once the chocolate is melted and the mix-ins are stirred in, scoop the clusters right away before the mixture firms up.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
This helps ensure the cookies are easy to eat and have plenty of mix-ins in every bite.
—Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
Walk-ins are often accepted, but appointments are recommended at CVS, Walgreens and local pediatricians like Angel Kids Pediatrics.
—Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 6 Feb. 2026
In the past few years, slopes across France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria have been seeing a record number of punch-ins from skiers around the globe, according to a Savills USA report.
—Erik Buckingham, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Add-ins like fruit contribute additional nutrients such as antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and more fiber, while nuts and seeds supply protein, magnesium, vitamin E and healthy unsaturated fats that support heart and brain health.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
As previously reported by FN, Pedro García’s 100th anniversary celebrations commenced in 2025 with a range of endeavors including a special capsule collection called Essentia, in-store pop-ins, the aforementioned commemorative book and a series of exclusive events.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
Weigh-ins over, the wrestlers warm up on all four mats.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Once the chocolate is melted and the mix-ins are stirred in, scoop the clusters right away before the mixture firms up.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
This helps ensure the cookies are easy to eat and have plenty of mix-ins in every bite.
—Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
Walk-ins are often accepted, but appointments are recommended at CVS, Walgreens and local pediatricians like Angel Kids Pediatrics.
—Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 6 Feb. 2026
In the past few years, slopes across France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria have been seeing a record number of punch-ins from skiers around the globe, according to a Savills USA report.
—Erik Buckingham, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ins
influences
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Grey Orchard Modern American cuisine with Asian influences.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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But the show finds a unique voice fast, revealing a sense of humor that is gentler than that of its influences and unusually nuanced in its take on suburban secrets.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
27 Feb. 2026
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