in place

phrase

Synonyms of in placenext
1
or less commonly into place
a
: in an original or proper position
b
: established, instituted, or operational
systems in place
2
: in the same spot without forward or backward movement
run in place
see also:
shelter in place

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The naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz remains in place, secondary sanctions are being tightened, and pressure is being increased on countries and financial networks that have allowed Tehran to circumvent previous restrictions. — Hamidreza Azizi, Time, 29 Aug. 2026 Around 160 to 175 Imax systems are expected to be installed in 2026, with contracts to build hundreds more already in place, the company told CNBC last year. — Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 Some with urban planning backgrounds believe that keeping the infrastructure in place will keep the neighborhood much safer. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026 Additionally, despite the Department of Justice’s lawsuit, Connecticut already has a mechanism in place for residents without status. — Derek Slap, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in place

Word History

First Known Use

1560, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of in place was in 1560

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