in synonyms

in

prep. & modif.

  1. Within

    inside, surrounded by, in the midst of, within the boundaries of, in the area of, within the time of, concerning the subject of, as a part of, inside of, enclosed in, protected by; see also within.

  2. Into

    to the center of, into the midst of, in the direction of, within the extent of, under, near, against; see also into, toward.

  3. While engaged in

    in the act of, during the process of, while occupied with; see during, meanwhile, while 1.

  4. *In favor

    stylish, popular, in vogue; see fashionable, favorite.

have it in for*

hold a grudge against, wish to harm, be out to destroy, detest; see hate 1.

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