IN Synonyms: 264 Similar and Opposite Words

in 1 of 4

preposition

ˈin

Definition of in

as in with

using the means or agency of drawn on the wall in crayon

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2 of 4

adverb

ˈin

as in close

at, within, or to a short distance or time the fielders closed in

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adjective

ˈin

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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4 of 4

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

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The president’s photo is based on his picture at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington. — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026 Ross beat Secker by less than three dozen votes to become the GOP candidate in the House contest in Missouri’s 161st District. — Ava Kelley, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026

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McPhail flew in from Minneapolis with her 16-year-old daughter, Violet. — Suzy Exposito, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026 To load cargo into the plane, its entire nose hinges wide open so the oversize load can slide right in. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in

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Witnesses had testified to the heated gang rivalry between the South Side Compton Crips and Mob Piru, which were associated with dueling record companies Bad Boy Records and Death Row Records.

— Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
Over the following two and a half years, the data center will incrementally ramp its load up to a minimum bill demand of 480 megawatts with a maximum contract demand of 600 megawatts, the memo said.

— Sydney Sasser, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of with

Adverb

Headline numbers rarely reflect the full structure of a deal, how much was cash at close versus earnout, versus seller financing spread over years.

— Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Penalty on extra point moves Bishop Moore closer and the Hornets decide to go for two.

— Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of close

Adjective

The ship is thoughtfully designed to allow for ample space so guests do not feel overcrowded, even in the most happening spots.

— Susan Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
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

Definition of happening

Adjective

From Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka to Naomi Osaka and Novak Djokovic, the biggest stars in tennis traded their on-court kits for some highly fashionable attire.

— Paul Chi, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
Packed to the rafters with fashionable Western clothing and accessories, Maverick Fine Western Wear is a must-stop shop in the heart of the Stockyards.

— Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of fashionable

Adjective

As Detroit prepares to welcome thousands of people downtown for Grand Prix weekend, city leaders say public safety has been a months-long effort.

— Elaine Rojas-Castillo, CBS News, 28 May 2026
For sports travelers, that means the pregame meal does not have to be a chain restaurant, and the postgame dinner does not have to be downtown.

— Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 11 May 2026

Definition of downtown

Adjective

Kayley and Nathan’s efforts are intercut with Kasandra opening her birthday present from Jeff (whose airways are now totally clear), a $100,000 diamond necklace.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
Commissioners Steve Harrelson and Raymond Jarvis were present while Michael White, the chairman, was absent.

— Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of present

Preposition

Before Bret can continue to self-identify as Shakespeare’s most famous hero, he’s questioned by Detectives Donaldson and Fregosi, who wonder if Bret isn’t being honest about the nature of his relationship with Matt.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026
Gen 4 is also designed to add an Active Safety Mechanism intended to prevent thermal runaway by stabilizing electrode active materials at high temperatures.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026

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