in place — In the correct or proper position
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In the correct or proper position
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn pleɪs/
Example Sentences
- The teacher checked that every chair was in place before the exam started.
- My hair gel keeps every strand in place, even during a zombie apocalypse workout.
- New security cameras are now in place around the campus.
in place
ADVERB[/ɪn pleɪs/]
In the correct or proper position
Every book was already in place before the library opened its doors.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Combination of 'in' (within, in a state of) and 'place' (location), originally meaning physically positioned, later extended to mean systems or plans being ready and operating.
Breakdown
in (within/state) + place (location/position)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The teacher checked that every chair was in place before the exam started.”
“My hair gel keeps every strand in place, even during a zombie apocalypse workout.”
“New security cameras are now in place around the campus.”
“Even after the earthquake, my grandma's ancient vase stayed perfectly in place, probably out of sheer stubbornness.”
“Please make sure all safety protocols are in place before the experiment begins.”
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