as in introduced
to put among or between others
surreptitiously inserted the book in its proper place on the shelf
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Recent Examples of inserted
Boston inserted Baylor Scheierman and Luka Garza to begin the second quarter, and both made immediate impacts.
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Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Don’t expect to see Mitchell Robinson inserted into the starting lineup.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
Stir in the snap peas, then cover and simmer until the internal temperature registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center of each chicken cutlet and the snap peas are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
Add chicken and cook, turning once, until browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest portion of the cutlet registers 165ºF, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Similarly, the cube becomes a habitable work of micro architecture inserted inside the apartment.
—Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026
Roberta grabbed a petunia and inserted it in the back of the puppy.
—Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
But Brenton Doyle, inserted for defensive purposes, ran the ball down for the final out.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
This permanent chip is inserted under the skin on the scruff of their neck and can’t be tampered with.
—Jessie Quinn, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Don’t expect to see Mitchell Robinson inserted into the starting lineup.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
Stir in the snap peas, then cover and simmer until the internal temperature registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center of each chicken cutlet and the snap peas are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
Add chicken and cook, turning once, until browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest portion of the cutlet registers 165ºF, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Similarly, the cube becomes a habitable work of micro architecture inserted inside the apartment.
—Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026
Roberta grabbed a petunia and inserted it in the back of the puppy.
—Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
But Brenton Doyle, inserted for defensive purposes, ran the ball down for the final out.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
This permanent chip is inserted under the skin on the scruff of their neck and can’t be tampered with.
—Jessie Quinn, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inserted
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When Fudd was introduced, Wings general manager Curt Miller said the club didn’t hesitate on a decision that added to an already elite backcourt with Bueckers and four-time All-Star Arike Ogunbowale.—
Schuyler Dixon,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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As a member of the Rock Hall of Fame’s Board of Governors, Spector effectively blocked the Ronettes’ nomination for years, although the group was finally inducted — and introduced by Richards — in 2007, after Spector had been arrested and convicted of the shooting death of actress Lana Clarkson.—
Chris Morris,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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While the parks can expect heavy traffic, a drop in international tourism and the rise in gas prices has injected additional uncertainty into the tourism industry this year.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Murray pleaded not guilty, with his defense attorneys arguing that the late singer injected the Propofol himself when his doctor's back was turned.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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Chewy coconut, crunchy cashew crumbs, lots of caramel goo interspersed with chocolate goo.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2026
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Speaking of spikes, over at the megalith design exhibition Alcova, CJ Aslan – founder of fashion brand ASLAN WORLD – presents a chair and ottoman covered in a sea of sharp stainless steel ones, interspersed playfully with gemstones.—
Francesca Perry,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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The attraction, in partnership with Conservation Florida, has added more signs to enhance the back-to-nature experience.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The recent realignment that added more schools to all four power conferences, reduced restrictions on transfers and the advent of NIL payments all have combined to consolidate the talent at the biggest schools.—
Josh Dubow,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Part of Ayers’s respect in the hip-hop community is derived from his willingness to work with the artists who’ve sampled and interpolated him.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
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The song has been sampled or interpolated over 150 times, according to Whosampled.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2025
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Hudson interrupted Belichick's CBS interview when interviewer Tony Dokoupil asked how the two met, and, CBS said, interjected several other times throughout.—
Alex Apatoff,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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Roseman interjected with an important part when evaluating prospects.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Inserted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inserted. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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