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in

/ɪn/
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The word "in" is a preposition. We use "in" to show that something is inside a place or a space, like "in the box" or "in the room." It tells us where someone or something is.

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"in" as noun

1 - A position of power or influence, or a way to get it.

2 - (chiefly in the plural) One who, or that which, is in; especially, one who is in office.

3 - The state of a batter/batsman who is currently batting; see innings.

"in" as verb

1 - To enclose.

2 - To take in; to harvest.

"in" as adjective

1 - Located indoors, especially at home or at one's office or place of work.

2 - Located inside something.

3 - (of the ball or other playing implement) Falling or remaining within the bounds of the playing area.

"in" as adverb

1 - At or towards the interior of a defined space, such as a building or room.

2 - Towards the speaker or other reference point.

3 - So as to be enclosed or surrounded by something.

"in" as preposition

1 - Used to indicate location, inclusion, or position within spatial, temporal or other limits.

2 - Into.

3 - Used to indicate limit, qualification, condition, or circumstance.

"in" as noun

1 - Abbreviation of inch; inches.

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Synonyms
1 - for
2 - with
3 - from
4 - as
5 - when
6 - than
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Antonyms
1 - out
2 - outside
3 - away
4 - beyond
5 - outward
6 - exterior
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They Pull Me Back In Al Pacino GIF by The Godfather

They Pull Me Back In Al Pacino GIF by The Godfather

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All In Crypto GIF

Count Me In Season 5 GIF by New Girl

Count Me In Season 5 GIF by New Girl

Rest In Peace GIF by Kochstrasse™

Rest In Peace GIF by Kochstrasse™

college move GIF by Western Illinois University

college move GIF by Western Illinois University
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