as in place
a situation or activity for which a person or thing is best suited
called an old friend to see if he could find a slot for his college-age son in the construction business that summer
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Recent Examples of slot
That left Boogie Woogie and Coral to battle it out in a smackdown for the third finale slot.
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Michael Schneider, Variety, 1 May 2025
The president had previously nominated Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., for the U.N. ambassador slot.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 1 May 2025
Evaluators agree that Hairston's best fit is as a slot corner in the , but the Bills already have at that spot.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
After facing major technical difficulties last weekend, Rema gave a rousing, redemptive performance during his Sunday slot at Coachella weekend two.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
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Michael Schneider, Variety, 1 May 2025
The president had previously nominated Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., for the U.N. ambassador slot.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 1 May 2025
Evaluators agree that Hairston's best fit is as a slot corner in the , but the Bills already have at that spot.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
After facing major technical difficulties last weekend, Rema gave a rousing, redemptive performance during his Sunday slot at Coachella weekend two.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slot
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His journey wasn’t straightforward, but every setback and failure led him to a place of profound understanding.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The hotel opened in 2003, but it's held tight to its reputation as one of the most luxurious places to stay in the country.—
Nicole Brewer,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2025
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The power of going niche Unlike horizontal giants that aim to be all things to all people, vertical marketplaces specialize.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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And in this economy, the cost of fragrances, especially those that are niche and designer, are unattainable and unaffordable for many.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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As Formula 1 energy surges through the city, Summit brings his signature blend of infectious house beats and deep grooves to one of Miami's most iconic venues for a night of unrelenting rhythm and dancefloor magic.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The plastic handle includes ribbings and grooves to allow for a more comfortable positioning of the hand.—
Renee Freemon Mulvihill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2025
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Wearing his trusty tape measure around his neck, Mancinelli said he had not yet been formally commissioned by the Vatican but was busy preparing for the prestige job, working on his sewing machine as well as hand stitching robes.—
Chiara Rodriquez,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Austin has the inside track to win the starting job in the slot, but Wilson will look to challenge him after missing virtually his entire rookie year with injuries.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Slot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slot. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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