Definition of intakenext
as in input
matter that is fed into something the intake on that paper shredder is limited to five sheets at a time

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Recent Examples of intake That recommendation to increase protein intake is at odds with the suggestion there's benefits to reducing protein intake. Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 31 July 2026 Daily intake of collagen supports bone mineral density, strength, and structure, and helps with muscle injury recovery and soreness. Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 July 2026 For Americans who are less sedentary, Lamming notes athletes appear to be protected from the downsides of high protein intake because exercise sends extra amino acids into muscle instead of pathways linked to disease. Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The American Heart Association recommends that people in these groups limit sodium intake to 1,500 milligrams per day. Christine Kirchhoff, The Conversation, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for intake
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input
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  • Energy is a key input into many goods and services given its broad use across the economy and so higher prices may fuel inflation.
    Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • Those conditions demand highly autonomous systems that can perform excavation and site preparation with limited human input.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026

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“Intake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intake. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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