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inject

[in-jekt] / ɪnˈdʒɛkt /


VERB
introduce into bloodstream by use of a needle
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The boom has caused alarm among environmentalists who fear the scramble for critical minerals -- and the precious dollars they inject into Argentina's economy -- could endanger water supplies.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

Redick tried to inject some energy into the group by benching veterans Rui Hachimura and Jarred Vanderbilt for small mistakes early, but the coach later admitted the tactic didn’t work.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

The German government last year pledged more than $1 trillion in investments on defense and infrastructure, which had been hoped to inject fresh impetus into an economy that had flatlined since before the pandemic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

In this method, pest control workers drill into infested wood, reach the termite "gallery" or hiding area, and inject insecticide directly inside.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

Harry asked, trying to inject a note of common sense into the proceedings.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling




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