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To go or come into a place, building, or room.
Examples
- "She entered the room and immediately noticed the quiet atmosphere."
- "I knocked before entering the office."
- "Please enter your password to continue."
- "As the door opened, he entered without a word."
- "They entered the hall just as the concert started."
To become involved in a situation, activity, or system.
Examples
- "After years of working in finance, he decided to enter politics."
- "She entered into a new phase of her life after the move."
- "The company is looking to enter the Asian market next year."
- "When I enter the classroom, I make sure to greet everyone."
- "The author plans to enter a new genre with her next book."
To input data or information into a system or device.
Examples
- "Please enter your address in the fields provided."
- "He forgot to enter the correct code for the system."
- "The technician entered the data manually."
- "Once you enter the numbers, press 'Enter' to confirm."
- "I accidentally entered the wrong password three times."
To begin performing in a public or formal context.
Examples
- "The actors will enter the stage after the curtain rises."
- "He entered the race as a complete underdog."
- "The band will enter the stage at 8 PM."
- "As soon as the host enters, the show will begin."
- "She entered the competition with little experience but managed to impress."
Cultural Context
The word 'enter' has evolved over centuries from a Latin root 'intrare', meaning 'to go in' or 'to come into.' It is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts, especially in modern society where digital 'entry' has become a frequent part of daily life.
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The Enterprising Start
When Lucy entered the bustling café, she was immediately drawn to the corner booth where her old friend from college sat, laptop open, deeply focused on a project. She had always been amazed at how efficiently Mark could enter a task and tackle it head-on. He looked up and smiled, 'Well, well, the wanderer returns.' Lucy laughed, setting down her coffee and joining him. 'I've decided to enter the world of entrepreneurship, just like you. It's time to stop dreaming and start doing.' As the conversation unfolded, Lucy shared her plans to enter the tech market with a new app idea. Mark, ever the pragmatist, encouraged her to think through the logistics but also to embrace the adventure. They spent hours discussing how she could enter various markets and engage customers. Later, as they wrapped up, Lucy glanced at her phone and saw a notification. 'Oh no, I forgot to enter my appointment for tomorrow's meeting. I guess it’s time for me to enter the system and update the calendar.' Mark chuckled, 'Always a tech solution for everything, huh?' They laughed as they left the café together, both entering a new chapter in their lives — one filled with opportunity, excitement, and the unknown.
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