as in introduced
to put among or between others
surreptitiously inserted the book in its proper place on the shelf
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Recent Examples of inserted
The union also says it was not informed when FIFA hired OnLocation to be its official hospitality partner, operating food and beverage during games at the tournament, which means a new corporate entity has been inserted into the employment relationship.
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Adam Crafton, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Biohazard waste containers are effective at keeping these items relatively inaccessible once they’re inserted until they’re emptied or disposed of appropriately.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
Bake in preheated oven until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 16 to 18 minutes.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Bake until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.
—Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026
To keep the airway open while the dog's face heals, Peanut had a small tube inserted into his nostril.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The Justice Department inserted itself into Peters' bid to be released while her state appeal was considered.
—Arkansas Online, 3 Apr. 2026
Artists apply paint to replicate skin tones, and hair is inserted strand by strand.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
The Justice Department inserted itself into Peters’ bid to be released while her state appeal was considered.
—Colleen Slevin, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Adam Crafton, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Biohazard waste containers are effective at keeping these items relatively inaccessible once they’re inserted until they’re emptied or disposed of appropriately.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
Bake in preheated oven until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 16 to 18 minutes.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Bake until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.
—Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026
To keep the airway open while the dog's face heals, Peanut had a small tube inserted into his nostril.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
The Justice Department inserted itself into Peters' bid to be released while her state appeal was considered.
—Arkansas Online, 3 Apr. 2026
Artists apply paint to replicate skin tones, and hair is inserted strand by strand.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
The Justice Department inserted itself into Peters’ bid to be released while her state appeal was considered.
—Colleen Slevin, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inserted
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Rights groups warn the measure, introduced in March 2025, is now being overused by authorities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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No legislation has been approved yet, although several tariff refund bills have been introduced in Congress.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
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As Israel’s posture on Lebanon injected uncertainty into the situation Thursday, the Strait of Hormuz — which Iran agreed to reopen in the ceasefire deal — remained closed, according to Sultan Al Jaber, a government minister in the United Arab Emirates.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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One 10-cc vial was injected in five or six places in the swollen arm.—
Dr. C. E. Kuschel,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
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That year's pages showcased Richard Sears' talent for homespun, conversational copywriting in listings for watches, jewelry, saddles, carriages, musical instruments, revolvers and sporting goods interspersed with quality guarantees and customer testimonials.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Then, the ocher reveals itself as a carpet of yellow blooms, the mauve a blaze of deep purple interspersed with lighter lavender.—
Alissa Greenberg,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Olson added a two-run homer against Andrew Nardi in the seventh.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Bay added that Govan has long pushed for a museum that matches Los Angeles’ innovation and global outlook, maintaining that the city can lead in redefining how art is experienced.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Part of Ayers’s respect in the hip-hop community is derived from his willingness to work with the artists who’ve sampled and interpolated him.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
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The song has been sampled or interpolated over 150 times, according to Whosampled.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2025
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During the forum, when some audience members interjected as Weiser answered questions about Israel and Gaza, Taslimi — who moderated the event — intervened.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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As Martin spoke to USA TODAY another man, who did not give his name, interjected.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Inserted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inserted. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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