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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This group also saw improvements in intestinal inflammation, gut barrier function and intake of fiber, magnesium, healthy fats and other nutrients, according to the research paper.
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Sep. 2025
In other words, these are employees with institutional memory, who can recall how well the shelter operated just four years ago with 28% higher intake and roughly half the current $17 million budget.
—Michael Wagner, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Chia Seed Pudding Provides More Omega-3s Chia seed pudding is the better choice for boosting omega-3 intake.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 16 Sep. 2025
The air entering your intake needs to be filtered to prevent dirt and other contaminants from reaching your engine.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Sep. 2025
In other words, these are employees with institutional memory, who can recall how well the shelter operated just four years ago with 28% higher intake and roughly half the current $17 million budget.
—Michael Wagner, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Chia Seed Pudding Provides More Omega-3s Chia seed pudding is the better choice for boosting omega-3 intake.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 16 Sep. 2025
The air entering your intake needs to be filtered to prevent dirt and other contaminants from reaching your engine.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intake
input
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Also appreciate their input, points of view and contributions.—
Tracy Brower,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The effort began in 1991, when the city council solicited public input on how to redevelop a stretch of land along the waterfront.—
Beth Lew-Williams,
New Yorker,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Intake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intake. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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