1
as in accessing
to go or come in or into
the hikers entered the cave with considerable caution
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in joining
to become a member of
patriotic young men and women entering the armed services debutantes entering society
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in recording
to put (someone or something) on a list
new voters fill out a form and elections officials enter their names into the database
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in receiving
to offer entrance (as to a place, school, or privilege) to
the club enters only five new members a year
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of entering
The scoop neckline adds a flattering touch, and the midi length provides enough coverage for entering temples while still allowing for full freedom of movement.
—
Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
But experts say more vessels are leaving than entering, indicating that shipping operators are mitigating risks by avoiding the area entirely and reallocating flows.
—Henrik Pettersson, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
In Piastri’s debut 2023 Formula 1 season, Zneimer was spotted at a handful of races in different countries, including the Italian Grand Prix, Singapore Grand Prix and Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, often seen entering the paddock with her boyfriend.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Closer to home, your relationships are entering a new and interesting chapter.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Moton is now entering his 10th season in the NFL and with Carolina.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Nine teams changed managers entering this season, which means more firings are likely.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 29 Apr. 2026
In that case, the trend was stronger for students entering the public sector or joining large companies.
—ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2026
History already suggests that the New England Patriots face an uphill battle entering the season.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
But experts say more vessels are leaving than entering, indicating that shipping operators are mitigating risks by avoiding the area entirely and reallocating flows.
—Henrik Pettersson, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
In Piastri’s debut 2023 Formula 1 season, Zneimer was spotted at a handful of races in different countries, including the Italian Grand Prix, Singapore Grand Prix and Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, often seen entering the paddock with her boyfriend.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Closer to home, your relationships are entering a new and interesting chapter.
—Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Moton is now entering his 10th season in the NFL and with Carolina.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Nine teams changed managers entering this season, which means more firings are likely.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 29 Apr. 2026
In that case, the trend was stronger for students entering the public sector or joining large companies.
—ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2026
History already suggests that the New England Patriots face an uphill battle entering the season.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entering
Verb
-
That strategy also reflects the relative smaller pockets of Chinese AI firms and constraints in accessing cutting-edge chips under Washington’s export controls.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
-
The report finds that the percentage of users accessing satellite technology in the US and Canada has decreased in recent months.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Last summer was a whirlwind, with nine new players joining the first-team squad and eight leaving.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
-
Season 2 ended with Marie joining the Starlighter resistance against Homelander (Antony Starr).—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Beyond fashioning stunning décor, Joseon court painters were tasked with recording major events.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
-
The Stanford graduate played 80 games across his career with the Cardinals, New York Giants and Oakland Raiders, recording five sacks and 130 tackles.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Rolder was committed to play baseball at Illinois before receiving a late wave of football recruiting interest as a senior, eventually leading him to sign with Michigan.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
-
Kim Kardashian recovered from being booed for about 15 seconds upon taking the podium to receiving big laughs and applause for some of her quips.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
What else is going on The teenager who singer D4vd is charged with killing died of multiple penetrating injuries before someone amputated her legs, arms and two of her fingers.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
-
Archaeologists used ground-penetrating radar in compliance with federal regulations requiring agencies to consider impacts on historic properties, the announcement added.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
He’s scheduled to begin his throwing program Friday, though manager Craig Counsell cautioned Tuesday that the veteran is still weeks away from rejoining the bullpen.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
-
The ship had spent more than a month at Souda Bay, Greece, before rejoining operational duties.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
As interior secretary, Kempthorne made the decision in 2008 to issue protections for polar bears by listing the species as threatened.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Apr. 2026
-
Also, take screenshots of the seat listing for your records.—
Christopher Elliott,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
The shortstop broke his bat on one pitch and a shard hit teammate Steve Yeager in the on-deck circle, piercing the catcher’s throat.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
-
New video captured the horrifying moment a Florida police officer’s body camera stopped a bullet from piercing his chest while conducting a routine investigation last month.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Entering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entering. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
