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
In rare cases of very low sodium intake or excessive fluid loss, people can develop hyponatremia, Young explains, a condition in which sodium levels in the blood become dangerously diluted.
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 16 May 2026
It is primarily used by plaintiff-side law firms and litigation finance companies to identify and evaluate high-value litigation opportunities more efficiently than traditional intake and investigation methods.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The looks have been enhanced with chunky 19-inch alloy wheels (that still make some concessions to drag reduction), honeycomb intake grilles, classic GTI details like the red stripe and badges, and a roof spoiler.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
The best way to know your maximum weekly egg intake is to consult your healthcare provider.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 16 May 2026
It is primarily used by plaintiff-side law firms and litigation finance companies to identify and evaluate high-value litigation opportunities more efficiently than traditional intake and investigation methods.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The looks have been enhanced with chunky 19-inch alloy wheels (that still make some concessions to drag reduction), honeycomb intake grilles, classic GTI details like the red stripe and badges, and a roof spoiler.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
The best way to know your maximum weekly egg intake is to consult your healthcare provider.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intake
input
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Rodman stresses the importance of removing personal information, such as your name and Social Security number, from any chatbot input to protect your privacy.—
Cody Cottier,
Scientific American,
15 May 2026
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This means the brain may be blending visual input with physical sensory experiences in ways that do not normally occur.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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“Intake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intake. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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