INTERCALATED Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

intercalated

verb

past tense of intercalate

as in inserted

to put among or between others between the recipes for hearty peasant dishes, the author intercalates fond reminiscences of her year in the French countryside

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Bake cake until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 65–75 minutes.

— Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Sep. 2026
Vaginal estrogen can be prescribed several ways, including a twice-weekly cream, inserts or a ring that is inserted every few months for women.

— Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of inserted

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Although the first stretch and Mirren’s presence might lead you to expect a character study, the film soon moves into the other storylines, interspersed with Edward’s visit to the author.

— Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
Named after colorful French traditional candies, Les Berlingots designs, all one-of-a-kind, combine beads interspersed with brass rings set with rhinestones.

— Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of interspersed

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OpenAI introduced two additional tiers to its GPT-6 family, GPT-6 Sol and GPT-6 Luna, last week.

— Ashley Capoot,Kate Rooney,Chris Eudaily, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026
Rooted in casual elegance, the spring collection introduced a refreshing palette of aquamarine blue, sage green and pink flanking the brand’s distinctive ivories, ecrus and beiges.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

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