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inserting

ihn-STIHNG

Inserting (verb) means putting or fitting something into something else (present participle of insert). Example: “She spent the afternoon inserting footnotes throughout the manuscript.”

verb
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Putting or fitting something into something else (present participle of insert).
"She spent the afternoon inserting footnotes throughout the manuscript."

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In plain EnglishThe act of putting something into something else, happening right now or ongoing.

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insertings plural

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She spent the afternoon _____ footnotes throughout the manuscript.

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What does “inserting” mean?

The word “inserting” means putting or fitting something into something else (present participle of insert). In plain terms, the act of putting something into something else, happening right now or ongoing.

How do you pronounce “inserting”?

“Inserting” is pronounced ihn-STIHNG (/ɪnˈsɝtɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “inserting” in a sentence?

Here is “inserting” used in a sentence: “She spent the afternoon inserting footnotes throughout the manuscript.”

What part of speech is “inserting”?

“Inserting” is a verb.

Is “inserting” a common word?

“Inserting” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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