as in inputs
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 intakes
Schellhaas said that the organization was on track to have more than 1,000 free-roaming rabbit intakes this year, which represents about 10% of its total intake.
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Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
The tunnel would create a second route to transport water from new intakes on the Sacramento River to the south side of the Delta, where pumps send water into the aqueducts of the State Water Project.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
Between the two main intakes, images show a new device with a forward-facing opening.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Heavy encrustations of golden mussels have blocked pipes in municipal and industrial water intakes, which has necessitated costly biofouling removal.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 1 May 2026
The growing adoption of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic and Wegovy, are partially responsible for consumers’ interest in upping their protein and fiber intakes.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 1 May 2026
That’s the point where public water intakes, recreation and other uses could be impacted if a lake drops below it.
—Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
The rear bumper has a cleaner look, as does the front end, which has a simplified version of the previous split-lighting arrangement of daytime running lights above rectangular headlights nestled in coves that also house the intakes for the front-wheel air curtains.
—Stephen Edelstein, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
More than 1,500 intakes were recorded in 2025.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
The tunnel would create a second route to transport water from new intakes on the Sacramento River to the south side of the Delta, where pumps send water into the aqueducts of the State Water Project.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
Between the two main intakes, images show a new device with a forward-facing opening.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Heavy encrustations of golden mussels have blocked pipes in municipal and industrial water intakes, which has necessitated costly biofouling removal.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 1 May 2026
The growing adoption of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic and Wegovy, are partially responsible for consumers’ interest in upping their protein and fiber intakes.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 1 May 2026
That’s the point where public water intakes, recreation and other uses could be impacted if a lake drops below it.
—Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
The rear bumper has a cleaner look, as does the front end, which has a simplified version of the previous split-lighting arrangement of daytime running lights above rectangular headlights nestled in coves that also house the intakes for the front-wheel air curtains.
—Stephen Edelstein, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
More than 1,500 intakes were recorded in 2025.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intakes
inputs
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The introduction of the DB12 back in 2024 ushered in Aston Martin’s first infotainment system developed in-house, a thoroughly modern solution that looks sharp and is quick to respond to user inputs.—
Bradley Iger,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Tariffs, energy volatility, and shifting trade policy have become active inputs into sourcing decisions.—
Catherine Nekavand,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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“Intakes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intakes. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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