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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1
as in happening
being in the latest or current fashion
the in hairstyle this spring
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2
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
Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2025
Mississippi became the first state in the southeastern U.S. to confirm CWD in its wild deer in 2018, and the disease has spread to six other states in the region since then, most recently in North Carolina.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 24 Jan. 2025
Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 3 Feb. 2025
At this point, teams like the New York Yankees and the Astros are reportedly out of the race to bring Bregman in.
Other than that, there are plenty of teams left vying for the franchise-altering star.
—John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 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
The Editors, National Review, 20 Nov. 2024
In 2020, this was further compounded by a surge in mail-in and absentee ballots amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which required more time for verification and processing, delaying the final vote count by several days.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Nov. 2024
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Preposition
Witherspoon wasted no time in shooting down the theory, taking to her Instagram stories on Saturday to set the record straight.
—Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2025
Mississippi became the first state in the southeastern U.S. to confirm CWD in its wild deer in 2018, and the disease has spread to six other states in the region since then, most recently in North Carolina.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 24 Jan. 2025
Adverb
While the extra time shouldn’t hurt, coming back when most other NHL players have had two weeks off could help ease him back in.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 3 Feb. 2025
At this point, teams like the New York Yankees and the Astros are reportedly out of the race to bring Bregman in.
Other than that, there are plenty of teams left vying for the franchise-altering star.
—John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 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 was perhaps understandable in the immediate days after the vote, as Casey entertained the forlorn hope that outstanding mail-in and absentee ballots in populous Democratic-leaning counties would disproportionately break in his favor.
—The Editors, National Review, 20 Nov. 2024
In 2020, this was further compounded by a surge in mail-in and absentee ballots amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which required more time for verification and processing, delaying the final vote count by several days.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Nov. 2024
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Preposition
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Musk – the world’s wealthiest person who is already the father of 12 children with at least three women, USA TODAY previously reported – had not responded to the claim as of Feb. 18.—
Joedy McCreary,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Anyone with information related to the case can call the Traffic Investigation Unit at 510-777-8570.—
Jason Green,
The Mercury News,
20 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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The software can cause an error in the low power controller that makes the headlight shutters close over the high and low beams while driving.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The Last Dinner Party, Ezra Collective and Dua Lipa close behind with four each.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
17 Feb. 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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These fashionable kicks have removable EVA orthotic inserts and thick, cushioned soles that’ll support your feet on long travel days.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2025
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Meghan Markle isn’t letting chilly weather stop her from wearing a fashionable ’fit.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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On Thursday, tens of thousands of spectators were downtown for the 3-mile walk that features several floats, giant balloons, marching bands, clowns, Santa, elves, holiday music and much more.—
Nour Rahal,
Detroit Free Press,
28 Nov. 2024
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And once downtown, local hotels do their part to secretly move Hollywood stars around the city.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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Rybakina’s insomnia worsened in Cincinnati, according to sources who were present at the event.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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However, in version B, if the total time for public input exceeds 30 minutes, public comments would resume for any remaining speakers who are present at the end of the board meeting.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The federal government has less influence over this issue than, say, California mayors and legislators — but whoever is in the White House can take certain steps to push prices down.—
Salim Furth,
The Mercury News,
22 Feb. 2025
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His cultural influence, though, is beyond question: His provocative performances led him to work with artists including Lucian Freud and Marina Abramovic.—
Tom Faber,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2025
Preposition
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Each year, the trustees’ compensation will increase by 2%, though the board can vote in May to waive this increase for that year, the municipal code states.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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The post received over 1 million likes and more than 4,000 comments from other Instagram users who were inspired by Lahai's affirmation process.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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“In.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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