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noun

Definition of insetnext
as in diagram

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verb

as in to insert

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Recent Examples of inset
Noun
Their new version depicts a Japan fan tidying up a stadium, while an inset panel shows the same supporter on his phone back home, leaving his partner to carry out household chores. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 21 June 2026 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
Verb
Large ventilation spaces surrounding them make the tail section appear inset into the vehicle's structure. — New Atlas, 26 May 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for inset
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inset
  1. diagram
  2. insert
  3. plate
  4. cut in
  5. graphic
  6. inlay
  7. illustration
  8. install
Noun
  • Connect a diagram to Excel, SQL Server, or another database, and the visual updates as the underlying data changes.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026
  • One reading of Untitled is as a diagram of how desire shapes our perception of one another and of ourselves.
    — Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of diagram
Verb
  • Scientists inserted genes associated with Alzheimer’s into mouse genomes, breeding animals that had high levels of amyloid in their brains; the mice then began to struggle with spatial navigation.
    — Manvir Singh, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026
  • That’s certainly one way to insert yourself into cultural conversation.
    — Fiona Sinclair Scott, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of insert
Noun
  • At the same time, opportunistic politicians and their allies took to swiping cash from the collection plate.
    — Ryan Lenora Brown, Christian Science Monitor, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Microwave potato on a microwave-proof plate on high 5 minutes.
    — Kelsey Jane Youngman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of plate
Verb
  • The actor and producer has swapped the shaggy, caramel-toned lengths of recent months for a razor-sharp, jaw-grazing cut in a cool-toned shade of blonde.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The gap in total investment between the richest and poorest children is cut in half, from 24% to 12%.
    — David Blazar, The Conversation, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of cut in
Noun
  • The remastered game has been completely re-created, with slick Switch 2 graphics, modern controls for movement and camera, numerous quality-of-life improvements, and more.
    — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 2 Nov. 2026
  • In April came a new visual identity, notably with an evolution of its logo and nods to its archives including René Lacoste’s handwriting and graphics in line with the work of Robert George, the illustrator behind the first crocodile sketch.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 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
  • In this photo illustration, the logo of company Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited is displayed on a smartphone in front of abstract background on computer screen.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026
  • If there’s a golden ratio for success in the fashion business, its illustration might resemble a tetrahedron.
    — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of illustration
Verb
  • Crews can install it aboard military, government or commercial vessels that need additional protection for particular missions.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
  • While the individual bedrooms don't get their own skylights, Dometic does install a generously sized skylight stretching most of the length of the tent for stargazing at night and natural lighting during the day.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of install

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“Inset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inset. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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