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Adverbial in place has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: In place Part of speech: Adverb, adjective, noun, prepositional phrase Sense 1 (Adverb): Definition: In the proper or expected position or location. Sample sentence: The books on the shelf were all in place, neatly arranged by genre. Sense 2 (Adjective): Definition: Already in position or prepared. Sample sentence: Make sure all the decorations are in place before the guests arrive. Sense 3 (Adjective): Definition: Functioning or operating normally. Sample sentence: After the repair, the machine was back in place and working perfectly. Sense 4 (Noun): Definition: A particular position or location. Sample sentence: The team prepared to defend their first-place in the tournament. Sense 5 (Prepositional phrase): Definition: In the appropriate or expected situation. Sample sentence: The new regulations will put things in place for a more secure future. Related Products: | ||||
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