TAKEN IN Synonyms: 150 Similar and Opposite Words

taken in

verb

past participle of take in

as in deceived

to cause to believe what is untrue a fellow passenger on the cruise completely took me in when he claimed to be the owner of a major software company

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as in included

to have as part of a whole this report takes in all the latest information on the subject

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as in camped

to provide with living quarters or shelter took in the stray dog

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Recent Examples of taken in The Federal Communications Commission’s decision to restrict new Chinese-made humanoid and advanced mobile robots marks one of the most significant industrial policy decisions the United States has taken in years. — Ariyan Kabir, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026 After his parents died in 1981, Namgyal, 56, and his two sisters were taken in by Higdon’s then-partner, a physician who ran a clinic in Nepal. — David Kelly, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026 These images of the corona and solar prominences were taken in different wavelengths of visible and infrared light by imagers aboard a NASA’s WB-57 jet during the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 According to the Capital Chronicle, the DNR has taken in at least $109 million in wetlands payments from landowners, but many projects supposed to offset disruption have stalled since the program’s launch in 2018. — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026 But World Cup tourists from other lands have taken in more than just the food and the size. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 There will be times when ‘leading the line’ will have to be taken in the most literal sense possible, and Alvarez has the capacity to do that. — Art De Roché, New York Times, 17 July 2026 After powerful twin earthquakes devastated parts of Venezuela and destroyed their home in the coastal town of Caraballeda last month, Maria and her brother Damian, 13, were taken in by their aunt, Mercedes Osul. — Osmary Hernández, CNN Money, 11 July 2026 Caleb is taken in by Emily and begins working at her general store. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 9 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for taken in

Verb

The Federal Trade Commission sued Hims & Hers yesterday, alleging the direct-to-consumer telehealth company deceived consumers purchasing clinical care and medications through the site.

— Helen Branswell, STAT, 30 July 2026
Mora filed a cross-complaint against Giumarra alleging he was deceived by the company and its representatives into signing a contract that made false claims about the fruit, including that it was patented by Giumarra.

— Robert Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026

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The family snaps included a black-and-white image of a shirtless Hefner cradling the newborn, Lambropoulos Hefner introducing her daughter to their son Forrest, 3, as well as Forrest holding his baby sister, who was sweetly swaddled in pink.

— Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026
The 25-year-old, who was acquired from the Mariners in the offseason as part of a three-team deal that also included the Cardinals, played exclusively at third with the M’s last season as a rookie.

— Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of included

Verb

Solidarity protests were held in several other cities, while supporters sent food and supplies to demonstrators camped in New Delhi and engaged in hunger strikes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
The target is camped out inside a pipeline beneath a farmhouse across the battlefield.

— Andy Andersen, Vulture, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of camped

Verb

Clients appreciate getting a clear answer instead of being strung along.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 29 July 2026
The small fragments of colorful glass, strung along together, produce soothing sounds, their tinkling notes wafting through the air alongside a chorus of windchimes and the sweet scent of plumeria blooming in the garden.

— Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026

Definition of strung along

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Researchers used the device to process time-series data, including signals that contained both rapid and slow changes.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Aug. 2026
But the now more sluggish job market makes that less likely; and inflation should be more contained now, as fuel costs stabilize with a less active Mideast war.

— Harry Holzer, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of contained

Verb

But Milwaukee Avenue, the Northern border of the plaza, mostly is boarded up or covered with harsh metallic grates, even as that street thrives to the west, having been reinvented as the Hipster Highway, the epicenter of bike-lane Chicago.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
The actress, who is best known for her roles on Sex Education and The Other Bennet Sister, boarded season 4 as Alice Chilton, the assistant coach to Richmond’s Lady Greyhounds.

— Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of boarded

Verb

Modi would be housed in a specific section of Arthur Road Jail and would have access to specialist treatment, Indian authorities said, including care from a private doctor or mental health expert of his choice.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
This is a classic game reimagined, with glossy resin tiles housed in a calfskin case that’s almost too beautiful to tuck away in your bag.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of housed

Verb

When planting future boxwoods, Powers recommends choosing a location sheltered from harsh winter winds and hot afternoon sun.

— Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026
One option is to use the lid as a protective roof over a feeder, helping keep seed sheltered from rain.

— Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2026