as in input
matter that is fed into something
the intake on that paper shredder is limited to five sheets at a time
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Recent Examples of intake
As Dominguez notes, excessive sugar intake can hinder your efforts to improve gut health.
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Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
Muscle loss and bone weakening Numerous studies have documented that rapid weight loss from Ozempic and other medications can cause significant muscle loss, especially in people who don’t increase their protein intake.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
The flow-velocity through the seawater intake and distribution piping must be high enough to prevent buildup of mussels and other organisms that would cause a blockage.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
Let’s say you are intrigued and want to try a lower carbohydrate intake.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
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Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
Muscle loss and bone weakening Numerous studies have documented that rapid weight loss from Ozempic and other medications can cause significant muscle loss, especially in people who don’t increase their protein intake.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
The flow-velocity through the seawater intake and distribution piping must be high enough to prevent buildup of mussels and other organisms that would cause a blockage.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
Let’s say you are intrigued and want to try a lower carbohydrate intake.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
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input
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Step back, limit input, and process what’s coming up before moving forward with clearer boundaries.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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As ever, Spagnuolo had considerable input and figures to appreciate a player of his size, speed, smarts — and what Reid gleaned from their meetings to be both confidence and a certain humble coachability.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Intake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intake. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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