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key in

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verb

  1. (tr, adverb) to enter (information or instructions) in a computer or other device by means of a keyboard or keypad

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It is also key in fiber-optic manufacturing and defense applications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The other key, in Craig’s view, is to actually practice doing it.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

“We knew at some point we’d get that spot where we’re playing our best. I started to key in on their blockers to see who was switching on Mateo.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

"You can imagine every time it rains, you just turn that key in the door and just hope that nothing's gone in, but it is one of those uncontrollable things."

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Then I found the kitchen again, went out, locked the door behind me, and hid the key in its so-secret spot that no one would ever think to look in.

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt

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