invest in
phrasal verb
invested in; investing in; invests in
1
: to use money for (something) in order to earn more money
He made a fortune by investing in real estate.
He invested his savings in the business.
2
: to spend money for building or improving (something)
The city will invest millions of dollars in two new schools.
The city plans to invest heavily in its educational system this year.
3
: to give (time or effort) in order to do something or make something better
A lot of time was invested in the project.
We need to invest more effort in educating our children.
4
informal
: to spend money on (something useful or helpful to oneself)
I am planning to invest in a good coat.
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By investing in innovative engagement strategies, companies can create a culture where employees feel valued, connected and motivated to contribute their best work.
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Fatima Zaidi, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The clinic invests in state-of-the-art tools and methods to ensure that patients receive the best possible care with natural and long-lasting results.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Under Yoon, South Korea improved relations with Japan, advanced trilateral cooperation with Japan and the U.S., joined the Chips 4 Alliance for semiconductor supply chains and export controls, invested in electric-vehicle-battery production in the United States, and supported Ukraine.
—Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
This is Ravello’s only private beach club with direct access to the water, and the hotel has certainly invested in that privilege.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024
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Fatima Zaidi, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The clinic invests in state-of-the-art tools and methods to ensure that patients receive the best possible care with natural and long-lasting results.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Under Yoon, South Korea improved relations with Japan, advanced trilateral cooperation with Japan and the U.S., joined the Chips 4 Alliance for semiconductor supply chains and export controls, invested in electric-vehicle-battery production in the United States, and supported Ukraine.
—Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
This is Ravello’s only private beach club with direct access to the water, and the hotel has certainly invested in that privilege.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Invest in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/invest%20in. Accessed 27 Dec. 2024.
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