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 prince didn’t have any luck in blocking Kelce, which comes as little surprise given the Chiefs star knows how to avoid defensive players. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026 As of Thursday morning, the government had filed charging documents in 10 of the 28 cases, offering additional details about how authorities relied on voter registration data to pursue broader criminal charges around immigration status. — Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026

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The fear is that hackers will quickly swoop in and develop exploits to attack the vulnerabilities before websites can roll out their own fixes. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026 Sean Durzi scored 78 seconds in, Dylan Garand made 29 saves and the New York Rangers defeated the travel-weary Anaheim Ducks 5-2 on Monday night to improve to 6-0-0 at home this fall. — Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in

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Police charged 52-year-old Mooresville resident Rod Moskowitz with assault with a deadly weapon on a government official, court records show.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2026
The high prices are adding to pain for cattle ranchers in western states, who were already struggling with persistent drought.

— Anna King, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of with

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

There has, however, been at least one particularly fashionable crossover.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026
Suiting has taken a turn within the last few years as men, from athletes to actors, are stepping into their most fashionable eras, embracing color and texture.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 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

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

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