Phrase guide

in that

conj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

conj

Meaning 1

In the fact that; in the sense that; for the cause or reason that; because; in its being the case that; inasmuch as.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • This essay is a good one in that it comprehensively outlines all the major arguments on this issue.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adverb

Meaning 2

(formal) in or into that thing or place

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • they can read therein what our plans are

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: therein, in this

Antonyms: none provided

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