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as in to enroll
to add (a person) to a list or roll as a participant or member
inscribed the couple in the society of sustaining donors to the museum
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as in to enter
to put (someone or something) on a list
inscribed his name on the list of those to be executed
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Recent Examples of inscribe
Finally, Branwell’s friend John inscribed his name on the family memorial plaque.
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Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
In total, Azerbaijan boasts five properties inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List, including one added as recently as 2023.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
It's always inscribed with cultural values and ideas.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Tate — a Chicago native who started his high school career at Marist before transferring to IMG Academy in Florida, then starred as a receiver at Ohio State — wore a jacket with his mom’s name, Ashley Griggs, inscribed on the inside.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
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Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
In total, Azerbaijan boasts five properties inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List, including one added as recently as 2023.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
It's always inscribed with cultural values and ideas.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Tate — a Chicago native who started his high school career at Marist before transferring to IMG Academy in Florida, then starred as a receiver at Ohio State — wore a jacket with his mom’s name, Ashley Griggs, inscribed on the inside.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
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Twenty-five years ago, MIT Professor Yet-Ming Chiang bought a tube of glass-etching cream to turn clear glass blocks translucent.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
28 May 2026
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The star’s one-piece bikini also featured a nude underlay with floral designs etched into the black fabric and a plunging neckline trimmed with a scalloped pattern.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
25 May 2026
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Last year, a university in southern China launched a specialized barbecue school to train grilling experts for the booming night food economy, enrolling only 30 students from more than 4,000 applicants — an acceptance ratio that rivals those of some of China’s most elite university programs.—
Erin Tan,
NBC news,
3 June 2026
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Eventually, Willow hopes to enroll in the theater program at either Carnegie Mellon University or the University of Michigan.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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An increasing number of Palestinians from the West Bank have tried to enter Israel illegally to work in recent years.—
Samy Magdy,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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For these reasons, members of the public should never enter a pipe, drain, catch basin, manhole, or outfall.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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The limited edition features an image of Pegasus, the majestic, winged stallion from ancient Greek mythology, engraved on the case.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 May 2026
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Each guest takes home a 50ml spray bottle of their creation, with optional bottle engraving available.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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The chip also came with an ownership agreement that required signees to list their Social Security number, gas credit card number, and astrological sign.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The backstory Lizard Island was declared a National Park in 1937, the surrounding waters were recognised as a National Marine Park in 1974, and the Great Barrier Reef was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1981.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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These formations were later carved into cave dwellings, frescoed churches, and even underground cities.—
Anya von Bremzen,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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At Camino del Molino (CMOL) in Spain, over 1,300 individuals were laid to rest, 5,000 years ago, because respiratory disease had become widespread, killing a significant number of individuals, who had been laid to rest in this circular gravesite carved into rock.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Escobar recorded the final out in the seventh on a strikeout to strand the tying and go-ahead runs on first and second base.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Wrobleski recorded a ninth strikeout, for the second out of the sixth, before surrendering a hit.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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“Inscribe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inscribe. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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