as in introducing
to put among or between others
surreptitiously inserted the book in its proper place on the shelf
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Recent Examples of inserting
The insistence on inserting Banks into the lineup continues to be baffling.
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Dan Duggan, New York Times, 6 Oct. 2025
The technique consisted of inserting fine needles into the skin at specific anatomical grid points, according to the NIH.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
The blog post includes Natalie inserting carts for Pokémon Red and 1989's Tetris.
—PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
Aunt Agnes might not have been included in the will, but that doesn’t mean she’s done inserting herself into family business.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
This past May, Remy addressed Shields directly via Instagram for inserting herself into the former couple’s issues.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Sandeen accused the director of inserting their political views at church.
—Mike Stunson, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2025
The team created mesoporous MXenes by inserting silica pillars between the layers, opening up the space and allowing polymers to flow more easily.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
Give your pumpkin a floral border by inserting one or two flowers into each vial (the flowers should be big enough to cover the holes).
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Dan Duggan, New York Times, 6 Oct. 2025
The technique consisted of inserting fine needles into the skin at specific anatomical grid points, according to the NIH.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
The blog post includes Natalie inserting carts for Pokémon Red and 1989's Tetris.
—PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
Aunt Agnes might not have been included in the will, but that doesn’t mean she’s done inserting herself into family business.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
This past May, Remy addressed Shields directly via Instagram for inserting herself into the former couple’s issues.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Sandeen accused the director of inserting their political views at church.
—Mike Stunson, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2025
The team created mesoporous MXenes by inserting silica pillars between the layers, opening up the space and allowing polymers to flow more easily.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
Give your pumpkin a floral border by inserting one or two flowers into each vial (the flowers should be big enough to cover the holes).
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inserting
Verb
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The show portrays Watkins introducing Gein to the story of Ilse Koch, a real-life Holocaust war criminal.—
JR Radcliffe,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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In addition to their regular economy offering, airlines are also introducing new or refreshed premium economy cabins.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Oct. 2025
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The impending government shutdown is injecting new uncertainty into an already chaotic Washington.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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Prime Video product execs, in co-ordination with the production team, therefore sought to strike a balance between injecting some new, actionable information and creating clutter.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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Fry laid down a perfect bunt, adding another run.—
Ryan Ford,
Freep.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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When adding it to a recipe that does not already call for apple butter, think of it like a vanilla or almond extract—a little goes a long way.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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The two continued arguing afterward, with Rachel Reilly interjecting to stick up for Ashley.—
David Wysong,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Through all this, Hall makes Linda an active listener, alert to every nuance of what Peter is saying, supportive of his worries and interjecting now and then with thoughtful questions or comments.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Inserting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inserting. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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