1
as in penetrates
to go or come in or into
the hikers entered the cave with considerable caution
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2
as in joins
to become a member of
patriotic young men and women entering the armed services debutantes entering society
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as in records
to put (someone or something) on a list
new voters fill out a form and elections officials enter their names into the database
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as in receives
to offer entrance (as to a place, school, or privilege) to
the club enters only five new members a year
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Recent Examples of enters
As each class of NBA rookies enters the league, there’s a wide distribution of roles and opportunities available.
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Nick Crain, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
On June 9, the most exciting shift of them all takes place as Jupiter—planet of growth and expansion—enters Cancer, blessing your first house of the self with more confidence and encouraging you to take up more space in the outer world.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
On January 6, that retrograde will intensify for you as Mars re-enters Cancer—your 10th house of career and public image—and stirs up complications at work.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
However, January 11 brings a welcome change as the North Node of Destiny enters Pisces and brings special attention to your 11th house of hopes, dreams, and aspirations.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
But not before the North Node of Destiny enters your sixth house of health, routine, and day-today grunt work as of January 11.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
Upon arrival, Hutter enters a somnabulent hellscape punctuated and induced by Orlok taking gulps of blood from his chest.
—Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
Just remember to spend wisely instead of frivolously, especially after disciplinary Saturn enters Aries on May 24.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
However, a powerful shift really begins to unfold for you on January 11, when the North Node of Destiny officially enters Pisces, driving you toward personal growth and positive relationship developments.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
Nick Crain, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
On June 9, the most exciting shift of them all takes place as Jupiter—planet of growth and expansion—enters Cancer, blessing your first house of the self with more confidence and encouraging you to take up more space in the outer world.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
On January 6, that retrograde will intensify for you as Mars re-enters Cancer—your 10th house of career and public image—and stirs up complications at work.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
However, January 11 brings a welcome change as the North Node of Destiny enters Pisces and brings special attention to your 11th house of hopes, dreams, and aspirations.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
But not before the North Node of Destiny enters your sixth house of health, routine, and day-today grunt work as of January 11.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
Upon arrival, Hutter enters a somnabulent hellscape punctuated and induced by Orlok taking gulps of blood from his chest.
—Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
Just remember to spend wisely instead of frivolously, especially after disciplinary Saturn enters Aries on May 24.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
However, a powerful shift really begins to unfold for you on January 11, when the North Node of Destiny officially enters Pisces, driving you toward personal growth and positive relationship developments.
—Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enters
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On Washington Week With The Atlantic, George Packer joins Jeffrey Goldberg to discuss his recent reporting on the Democratic Party’s illusions and the future of American politics.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
28 Dec. 2024
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With the law’s signage, the bald eagle joins the same ranks as the bison, which became the national mammal in 2016, and the oak, which has been the national tree since 2004.—
Sara Ruberg,
New York Times,
27 Dec. 2024
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Voting continues for as long as needed until a nominee receives the majority.—
Christy Piña,
The Hollywood Reporter,
4 Jan. 2025
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As a result, reporting will only be required if the taxpayer receives over $5,000, regardless of the number of transactions in 2024.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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The school district enrolls about 3,000 students.—
ANGIE ORELLANA HERNANDEZ THE WASHINGTON POST,
arkansasonline.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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Its high school enrolls about 700 students; more than half are considered low income, according to state data.—
Jenna Russell,
New York Times,
12 Dec. 2024
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“Enters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enters. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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