How to Use built-in in a Sentence

built-in

1 of 2 adjective
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  • Moore’s staff said 17 of the past 20 budgets also had built-in deficits.
    — Erin Cox, Washington Post, 18 Aug. 2023
  • The machine room has built-in cabinetry and even the garage walls are lined with wood.
    — Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 12 June 2023
  • One of the more expensive parts of the cameras built-in to smartphones is the lens system.
    — The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 29 Dec. 2023
  • The bra has built-in support thanks to higher sides, fuller cups, and wide, adjustable straps.
    — Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 20 July 2023
  • Dumbbells come in all shapes and sizes and some have pretty fancy tech built-in.
    — womenshealthmag.com, 22 Apr. 2023
  • The table has built-in storage for the leaf, and is made to be scratch, heat, and water resistant.
    — Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2023
  • The Mac Pro will also get eight built-in Thunderbolt 4 ports.
    — Tom Warren, The Verge, 5 June 2023
  • There’s also an area near the back staircase that has built-in cabinets and a sink.
    — Joanne Kempinger Demski, Journal Sentinel, 25 May 2023
  • Pots have built-in pour spouts and strainers, and stainless steel handles stay cool.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2023
  • The collared V-neck dress has built-in shorts, a bra with removable cups, and a tiered, ruffled skirt.
    — Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 28 June 2023
  • The lids are also microwave safe and have built-in lid vents to help prevent food splatters.
    — Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2024
  • Its standard and long cargo boxes have built-in steps on both sides of the bed and the rear bumper has them at each corner.
    — Austin Irwin, Car and Driver, 1 May 2023
  • This plunge style bikini top has built-in cups and straps that are wider in the front for support with adjustable slides in the back for a better fit.
    — Amanda Constantine, Good Housekeeping, 31 Mar. 2023
  • The showstopper at the bar is a built-in, gleaming Steinway piano.
    — Kathy A. McDonald, Variety, 31 Oct. 2023
  • The cruiser turntable has built-in Bluetooth and adjustable pitch control.
    — Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2023
  • Two of the guest bedrooms have built-in closet drawers and shelving and their own private decks.
    — David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 17 Feb. 2024
  • Walk-in and built-in pantries are another popular way to keep storage out of sight.
    — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Cost savings are built-in throughout the concept from the real estate location to the size of the store, which is less than half the size of an H-E-B.
    — Maria Halkias, Dallas News, 9 June 2023
  • Lenses in the front and rear keep watch over drivers in the front and back of you, while built-in night vision ensures that you’re still protected once the sun goes down.
    — Kathy Barr, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Many pocket translators have built-in cameras that scan and translate text from things like menus, street signs, and maps.
    — Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 14 Dec. 2023
  • This elevated pair performs thanks to the Dr. Scholl's comfort built-in.
    — Women's Health, 24 May 2023
  • The unlined and quick-drying dress doesn't have built-in shorts but is easy to style with sneakers and a baseball cap for a cool-girl look that leans into the golfcore style.
    — Ellen McAlpine, Women's Health, 21 Aug. 2023
  • The invention of a volume renderer, a piece of software which has built-in water physics, was key.
    — Ryan Gaur, Rolling Stone, 31 May 2023
  • Many also have built-in flooring that is designed to sit directly on grass.
    — Camille Okhio, ELLE Decor, 20 Apr. 2023
  • The company has been adding new features to both Android Auto and Google built-in pretty steadily over the past few years.
    — Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 9 Jan. 2024
  • For starters, its charging cables are built-in, a perk that will result in fewer stray cords and wires getting tangled in my bag.
    — Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2023
  • The speaker has built-in parental controls and allows Alexa to play music, help with homework, and even read bedtime stories.
    — Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2023
  • Some of the nicer features of the OS include cloud backups, built-in virus protection, and an extensive app library.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 31 July 2023
  • The drone also has built-in guards around its 3-inch propellers, which lessen the chance of injury to yourself or another person.
    — Jim Fisher, PCMAG, 11 Apr. 2024
  • Users should consider taking frequent breaks or using screens that have built-in eye protection.
    — Lauren Wellbank, Parents, 8 May 2024
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built-in

2 of 2 noun
  • Keep in Mind: This sectional does not have built-in storage space.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2023
  • With some of New Balance’s best footwear tech built-in, these are arguably the grippiest trail running shoes of 2023.
    — Men's Health, 21 Feb. 2023
  • This period swimsuit from Ruby Love has built-in shorts and short sleeves, as well as a high neckline.
    — Amanda Constantine, Good Housekeeping, 9 Mar. 2023
  • Kelp has built-in environmental benefits that are even more timely in the face of our climate crisis.
    — Kathleen Hou, ELLE, 3 Mar. 2023
  • This move follows an announcement from Mercedes-Benz last month that its new cars will also have built-in apps, including Zoom and the Vivaldi web browser.
    — David Meyer, Fortune, 1 Mar. 2023
  • How to add effects on iMessage iMessage has built-in effects that can add some extra pizazz when messaging between Apple devices.
    — Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2023
  • This wallet also features built-in RFID-blocking materials indicated by a small tag on the inside.
    — Mike Richard, Men's Health, 16 Feb. 2023
  • The perfect balance of support and plushness, this memory foam mattress in a box has built-in cooling technology and breathable construction to keep you comfortable all night long.
    — Samantha Jones, Good Housekeeping, 17 Feb. 2023
  • This includes Bluetooth connectivity, built-in navigation, SiriusXM satellite radio, and a selection of audio equipment.
    — Eric Stafford, Car and Driver, 7 Mar. 2023

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