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
Here, days start with light breakfasts of Thai rice congee or egg white frittatas with spirulina, complemented by a small buffet of tropical fruit, pastries, juices, and health elixirs pressed from turmeric, ginger, and other gut-loving and anti-inflammatory mix-ins.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Testers applied the products according to package directions, often pairing them with leave-ins or gels as part of a typical curly routine.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
Cashews and almonds are versatile additions to many dishes, serving as creamy bases, mix-ins for baked goods, salad toppers, or as nutritious snacks.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Shredded coconut or crushed pretzel pieces would also make fun mix-ins.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
Over in Britain, scones are tender and flaky, round, and are usually more of a blank slate flavor-wise…although mix-ins may make an appearance.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
The base is familiar — creamy yolks mashed with mayonnaise and coarse mustard — but the magic is in the mix-ins and toppings.
—Laura McLively, Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2026
His punch-ins fill more pockets than a tactical vest.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 25 Feb. 2026
Camille Rose’s styling gels, mousses, and leave-ins are especially beloved for enhancing natural styles while keeping curls soft, hydrated, and healthy-looking.
—Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Testers applied the products according to package directions, often pairing them with leave-ins or gels as part of a typical curly routine.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
Cashews and almonds are versatile additions to many dishes, serving as creamy bases, mix-ins for baked goods, salad toppers, or as nutritious snacks.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Shredded coconut or crushed pretzel pieces would also make fun mix-ins.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
Over in Britain, scones are tender and flaky, round, and are usually more of a blank slate flavor-wise…although mix-ins may make an appearance.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
The base is familiar — creamy yolks mashed with mayonnaise and coarse mustard — but the magic is in the mix-ins and toppings.
—Laura McLively, Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2026
His punch-ins fill more pockets than a tactical vest.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 25 Feb. 2026
Camille Rose’s styling gels, mousses, and leave-ins are especially beloved for enhancing natural styles while keeping curls soft, hydrated, and healthy-looking.
—Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ins
influences
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The seven-bedroom, seven-bath home reflects his love for handcrafted materials and modernist influences, especially from Frank Lloyd Wright and Mexican architect Luis Barragán.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
14 Mar. 2026
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Charles Du Bois, the late midcentury architect most remembered for infusing ranch-style homes with Asian and Polynesian influences, left his mark across Southern California.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2026
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