key in

Example Sentences

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“I think that’s what investors are starting to key in on,” Schleif said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Inmate votes were especially key in the 2024 gubernatorial primary as González-Colón, a longtime New Progressive Party member, was challenging the incumbent governor of the same party.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Both Leavitt and Hegseth, however, mentioned that the United States wants to ensure Iran does not have stockpiles of enriched uranium, the fissile material that is key in developing nuclear weapons.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The full Moon in April has an important additional role as it is key in setting the dates for Easter and Passover.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

He turned the key in the door at the top of the house, pushed it open, and they went inside.

From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman