Word
inserting
Phoneticsin·sert·ing
US/ˌɪnˈsɝtɪŋ/
UK/ɪnsˈɜːtɪŋ/
Definition
v. putting something inside something else, usually into a small space or a hole.
v. placing or fitting something into another object or a specific gap. The present participle of 'insert'; takes a direct object.
Examples
“He is inserting the key into the lock.”
“The technician is inserting a new memory card into the slot to increase the camera's storage capacity.”
“By inserting a series of carefully timed pauses into the speech, the orator ensured that the audience had sufficient time to process the most complex arguments.”
Examples
simple
“He is inserting the key into the lock.”
contextual
“The technician is inserting a new memory card into the slot to increase the camera's storage capacity.”
complex
“By inserting a series of carefully timed pauses into the speech, the orator ensured that the audience had sufficient time to process the most complex arguments.”
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object; often paired with the preposition 'into'.
Pitfall
inserting of the card
inserting the card
When used as a verb in the -ing form, it takes a direct object without the preposition 'of'.
Scan code
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