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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That milestone builds on decades of Dell investments in health care across Central Texas. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026 Most questions were friendly and business-centric, but Marshall also gave his opinion on several polarizing issues, including federal immigration enforcement, tariffs and the war in Iran. — Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026

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The reports of accelerating price hikes come just weeks before the midterms, where affordability – or lack thereof – is expected to factor in heavily for US voters. — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026 The owner’s suite, for example, features floor-to-ceiling windows and a large skylight that together bring the outside in. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in

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However, Eisenkot has ruled out a coalition with the Arab parties, only one of which (the conservative-Islamist Ra’am) has ever agreed to join an Israeli government (briefly in 2021).

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 18 Oct. 2026
In a statement posted to Facebook, the Wichita Police Department asked anyone with video of the incident to upload it so investigators could take a look.

— Dennis Romero, NBC news, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of with

Adverb

The Brewers even have their own version of the White Flag trade, dealing star closer Josh Hader to the Padres for four players with the team in first at the 2022 deadline.

— Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
Any lead is comfortable for All-Star closer Bryan Baker, but four runs was a walk in the park.

— Ryan Morik OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 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

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

Beef stew dated 9/28 present in refrigerator nearest three-compartment sink.

— NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
Officers arrived and worked with office staff to secure the area and ensure the safety of those present, the Rocklin Police Department said news release.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of present

Noun

The four-bedroom home features modern heritage influences—like contemporary shaker furniture paired with more contemporary light fixtures—that define the interiors.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Oct. 2026
Dark matter cannot be observed directly through ordinary light, but its gravitational influence helps shape the distribution of galaxies.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of influence

Preposition

Her firm sees the Indian currency trading around 97 per US dollar by end-2026 and at 98 rupees by mid-2027.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026
New York remains its strongest market, followed by San Francisco and Los Angeles, with Miami emerging as another opportunity.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

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