INSETTED Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of inset

as in diagram

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verb

as in to insert

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Recent Examples of inset

Noun

Once again, the rest of the silhouette is printed in black, as the brand marks are either inset or protruding from the pattern. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 22 May 2026 The lace inset details add a romantic touch, and the body-skimming midi cut works nicely in a more formal setting. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026

Verb

However, some people find two-wheel luggage more durable since the two wheels are usually inset further than four-wheel luggage. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2026 Will inset cabinets increase the value of your home? — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inset

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Noun

Rich Dad, Poor Dad is a hodgepodge of financial advice and confusing diagrams held together by anecdotes from Kiyosaki’s childhood.

— Christopher Cox, Vanity Fair, 26 Aug. 2026
But then the control experiment was give the questions without showing the diagrams.

— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of diagram

Verb

Those margins raise the prospect that similar language could be inserted into any further budget deals without triggering opposition.

— John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026
Extending Zero Trust To Code Applying zero trust to code execution does not mean inserting manual review into every software path or replacing controls such as EDR, vulnerability management, SAST, SCA, SBOMs, signing or provenance.

— Ken Ammon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of insert

Noun

In 573 plate appearances, William Contreras has hit 14 long balls, tallied 74 RBIs and scored 73 runs.

— Data Skrive, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
From sunset on—when the night comes alive amidst dazzling skyline lights—the space is complete with a seafood-forward small plates menu showing French, Spanish, and Portuguese influences, complemented by a list of natural wines and craft cocktails.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of plate

Verb

Stricker Auto Parts made sure every VIN was removed from the body shells, which employees like Woodley then cut in half.

— Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 3 Sep. 2026
The drop coincides with a 27% cut in enforcement and collection staffing at the IRS, as part of Elon Musk's campaign to boost government efficiency.

— Scott Horsley, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of cut in

Noun

Huawei says this can reduce energy losses in neural processing units, graphics processing units, central processing units and digital signal processors, all of which contribute significantly to a smartphone processor’s power and thermal load.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
The reports also found social media material in which Agee appeared in NFL team gear and workout videos, as well as a graphic that appeared to announce him joining Roc Nation—the entertainment and sports agency founded by Jay-Z.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of graphic

Verb

Their replacement — clearly marked control panels for lighting and electric curtains, now inlaid in the wall — are one of the modern comforts and conveniences Jouin and Manku discussed.

— Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Inside, terrazzo floors are inlaid with shapes evoking movie spotlights, while canopy supports are designed like searchlights.

— Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2026

Definition of inlay

Noun

The 300,000-square-foot Lucas Museum of Narrative Art contains 100,000 square feet of gallery space with 35 galleries organized according to theme, including adventure, motherhood, community, children’s illustrations, manga and comics.

— Brittany Levine Beckman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Instead, Hopkins advised her small business owners without the budgets for professional photographers or designers to instead opt for smaller scale illustrations or even to take their own photos on smartphones, if need be.

— David Mack, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of illustration

Verb

Use a drill to install a paper towel holder to the side of the island opposite the towel hooks.

— Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2026
Operators must evaluate the upfront capital investment required to purchase carbon capture machinery and install secure pipeline transport against daily output rates.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026

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