Enter (Verb)
Meaning 1
To come or go into; "the boat entered an area of shallow marshes".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The storm surge entered the coastal town causing widespread damage.
- The train will enter the tunnel just outside the city limits.
- The company will enter the stock market for the first time next month.
- She entered a quiet house, with no signs of her family being home.
- The spacecraft entered Mars' orbit to begin its exploration mission.
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Meaning 2
Be or play a part of or in; "Elections figure prominently in every government program"; "How do the elections figure in the current pattern of internal politics?".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- Her artwork will enter the exhibition at a prominent spot in the main gallery.
- These expenses do not enter the balance sheet at all.
- Violent behavior often enters the picture when he starts drinking.
- Time and chance enter life in the form of unpredictable random events.
- The new team members will enter the fray and bring their talents to the practice sessions.
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Meaning 3
Come on stage.
Classification
Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
Examples
- The famous actress will enter the stage through a cloud of smoke to begin the musical performance.
- The host asked the first contestant to enter the stage and introduce themselves to the audience.
- Please do not enter the auditorium until the lights dim and the music starts playing.
- A loud trumpet sound will signal for the guest of honor to enter the stage and accept the award.
- The dancing troupe began to enter the stage in single file, moving in perfect synchrony to the music.
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Meaning 4
Set out on (an enterprise or subject of study); "she embarked upon a new career".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- He decided to enter the world of politics after high school.
- She chose to enter a challenging field of engineering for her undergraduate degree.
- At a young age, he learned to enter the business world at a high level after taking over the family company.
- Although she had doubts she decided to enter the culinary arts program.
- Fresh out of college he decided to enter the academic field and become a professor.
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Meaning 5
Make a record of; set down in permanent form.
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The clerk will enter your payment in the company's financial records.
- Enter the date of birth in the registration form carefully.
- Please enter your name and address in the guestbook.
- When you enter the receipt in the accounting software, make sure to select the correct category.
- Enter the serial number of the device in the warranty registration form.
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- Notch
- Chronicle
- Keep
- Log
- Videotape
- File
- Document
- Tally
- Record
- Clock On
- Score
- Ring Up
- Manifest
- Shoot
- Clock In
- Log Up
- Accession
- Film
- Register
- Take
- Post
- Photograph
- Inscribe
- Book
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Meaning 6
Take on duties or office; "accede to the throne".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- She will enter the presidency next month and start her term as the new leader of the country.
- The businessman plans to enter public office and announce his candidacy for the upcoming election.
- As the eldest son, he will enter the throne after the king's death and become the ruler of the kingdom.
- The CEO will enter her new position as the head of the board of directors and make major changes.
- After the senator's resignation, his successor will enter his new role and take over his responsibilities.
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Meaning 7
Put or introduce into something; "insert a picture into the text".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Enter your username and password to access the account.
- Please enter a valid phone number to receive the verification code.
- The company will enter the new market with a groundbreaking product launch.
- You can enter a footnote by clicking the insert option on the toolbar.
- The producer will enter the contract details into the database.
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Meaning 8
Register formally as a participant or member; "The party recruited many new members".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- Students are encouraged to enter their names for the talent show auditions.
- She has decided to enter the university's annual debate competition.
- To attend the exclusive event, you must enter your name on the guest list.
- Applicants must enter their details online to apply for the job vacancy.
- Candidates are required to enter their email addresses for further communication.
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Meaning 9
Become a participant; be involved in; "enter a race"; "enter an agreement"; "enter a drug treatment program"; "enter negotiations".
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- After months of preparation, she was ready to enter the local marathon.
- The company will enter a partnership with the rival firm to launch the new product line.
- Many people enter a weight loss competition to stay motivated and reach their goals.
- The city has been working to encourage more businesses to enter the downtown revitalization program.
- The country will soon enter trade negotiations with several neighboring nations.