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Recent Examples of inset
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
However, inset cabinets can look out of place in a very modern home.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Will inset cabinets increase the value of your home?
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The chef’s kitchen includes full-height marble countertops and backsplash, a Wolf and Sub-Zero appliance suite and Wood Mode full-inset cabinets.
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Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
However, inset cabinets can look out of place in a very modern home.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
However, some people find two-wheel luggage more durable since the two wheels are usually inset further than four-wheel luggage.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Will inset cabinets increase the value of your home?
—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inset
Noun
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Now, yes, staring at the ceiling long enough to draw you a diagram of the paint peeling.
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Someone other than the original builder should review the code or process diagrams.
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Itanare, Flores and Luis Freites Arvilla would then take turns appearing to approach the ATM, insert a card and enter a PIN, withdraw cash, and then repeat the process.
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Grill, uncovered, turning often, until charred in spots and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thighs and/or drumsticks registers 160°, about 5 minutes more.
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The other took place before the fifth inning when home-plate umpire Scott Barry left the game and Manny Gonzalez needed time to assemble his gear.
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With runners on second and third, in a 1-2 count, Pages extended to the outside edge of the plate to get around a slider and send it through the left side of the infield.
Verb
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Both compartments run the full width of the unit versus being cut in half(ish) vertically in a side-by-side.
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But funding from the city and county was recently cut in half, said the center’s chief executive, Amy Turk.
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Merrillville was listed as a likely spot for the smaller facilities in a graphic accompanying the article.
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This graphic shows the rain chances in South Florida over the next seven days.
Verb
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Their replacement — clearly marked control panels for lighting and electric curtains, now inlaid in the wall — are one of the modern comforts and conveniences Jouin and Manku discussed.
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Inside, terrazzo floors are inlaid with shapes evoking movie spotlights, while canopy supports are designed like searchlights.
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The Yashica Boy version features the brand’s sailor mascot, inspired by classic Japanese illustration and seaside adventure.
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The military cooperation is a stark illustration of the recent reversal in the relationship between the US and Venezuela.
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In addition, city officials can now require owners to install security measures to help protect vacant buildings from further deterioration or trespassing.
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It is sold as a barebones vehicle, requiring customers to purchase and install common features like speakers and a center console.
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“Inset.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inset. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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