as in with
using the means or agency of
drawn on the wall in crayon
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as in close
at, within, or to a short distance or time
the fielders closed in
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as in happening
being in the latest or current fashion
the in hairstyle this spring
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as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
the in thing to do is not always the right thing to do
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as in downtown
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
in gearheads had already decided that the format was a loser
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as in present
being within the confines of a specified place
the doctor isn't in right now
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as in influence
the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly
her years of experience with the federal regulatory agency gives her a tremendous in as a lobbyist for the nuclear power industry
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Recent Examples of in
Mike Digiovanna, Oc Register, 11 July 2025
For me, in my personal life, balanced with the band, this is great.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2025
Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 28 June 2025
If your vacation style leans more casual, oversized jean shorts will fit right in among the rest of the items in your suitcase, and since they aren’t fitted, you won’t be restricted while walking around sightseeing.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025
Paul Tassi, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2023
And on an individual level are players such Riley Mahlman and Kaden Johnson, highly-touted prospects from Minnesota who declined the chance to play for their in-state school and joined forces with its oldest rival.
—Mark Stewart, Journal Sentinel, 23 Nov. 2022
Joey Skladany, Southern Living, 24 May 2025
Like Kissinger, Rubio has shown himself to be totally loyal to his president and, importantly, the most able in-fighter among Trump’s top aides.
—Frank McNeil, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2025
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Preposition
The 13-year veteran started 79 games at catcher in 2024 and 99 games in 2022 for the Atlanta Braves.
—Mike Digiovanna, Oc Register, 11 July 2025
For me, in my personal life, balanced with the band, this is great.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2025
Adverb
Emotions running high as screaming crowds press in, cell phone cameras in hand.
—Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 28 June 2025
If your vacation style leans more casual, oversized jean shorts will fit right in among the rest of the items in your suitcase, and since they aren’t fitted, you won’t be restricted while walking around sightseeing.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025
Adjective
Abby is famously swole, and her in-game body was based on Colleen Fotsch, a CrossFit star.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2023
And on an individual level are players such Riley Mahlman and Kaden Johnson, highly-touted prospects from Minnesota who declined the chance to play for their in-state school and joined forces with its oldest rival.
—Mark Stewart, Journal Sentinel, 23 Nov. 2022
Noun
This old-fashioned instrument relied on a hand crank, as well as an outside metal canister that contained ice and rock salt to freeze its contents of milk, cream, sugar, and mix-ins.
—Joey Skladany, Southern Living, 24 May 2025
Like Kissinger, Rubio has shown himself to be totally loyal to his president and, importantly, the most able in-fighter among Trump’s top aides.
—Frank McNeil, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for in
Preposition
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Bremner starred at Scripps Ranch High School before becoming one of the nation’s top pitchers with the Gauchos.—
Bodie De Silva,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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The first few units the company built came with mini fridges rather than full-size ones.—
Kate Talerico,
Mercury News,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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True North left-hander Alan Soler, who is ranked No. 280 despite missing this past season due to elbow surgery; and Hurricanes closer Brian Walters (No. 426).—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
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Another thing Zepeda can try is to land kidney punches in close when Stevenson establishes position.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
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What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.—
Craig Hlavaty,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2018
Adjective
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In the snap, the mother-of-two looked as fashionable as ever, this time styling the supportive shoes with a navy linen mini dress and gold jewelry.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Shop the best markdowns of fashionable favorites such as Favorite Daughter best-selling trouser, Rag & Bone’s capri pants and By Malene Birger’s knitted skirt.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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A day of concerts continued as planned in the downtown Milwaukee park July 12.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
13 July 2025
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The District Energy System has provided heat and cooling to dozen of buildings downtown like the Downtown Public Library, Tennessee Capitol Building and the Ryman Auditorium since its launch in 1974.—
Amber Roberson,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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That has now turned into at least two days off, as Shaw was not present in Chicago's starting lineup on Saturday either.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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England internationals past and present, including Alex Greenwood, Leah Williamson and Rachel Daly, have spoken of its impact on them.—
Katie Whyatt,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
Noun
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Those descriptors are accurate enough, as the band themselves have been upfront and proud about their influences: Lucinda Williams, Fleetwood Mac, Neil Young, Bill Callahan, the Beatles.—
Leah Lu,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
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Palace had argued that Textor does not have decisive influence at the club because his investment in Palace only entitles him to the same 25% voting rights held by fellow co-owners Steve Parish, David Blitzer and Josh Harris.—
Robert Olsen,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Preposition
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After giving up a three-spot in the second – though only two runs were earned, thanks to an error by third baseman Ryan McMahon – Gomber settled back in until two outs in the fifth, when Anthony stepped up to the plate.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
8 July 2025
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After trading Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers to take Williams with the top pick, Chicago actually regressed by two games from its 7-10 season in 2023.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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“In.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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