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entry

Pronunciation: [/ˈɛntɹi/]

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entry: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use entry in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “competition”

(noun) an act of entering or being entered in a competition or contest. Like signing up for a race or game.

Example

Her entry in the baking competition impressed the judges.

Example

He missed the deadline for the art contest entry.

Example

Did you submit your entry for the talent show?

Context: “record keeping”

(noun) the act of recording information into a book, database, or system. Like writing down your name for an event or logging details in a register.

Example

Make sure to check the entry in the logbook for accuracy.

Example

There was an error in the data entry for the new employee.

Example

Who is responsible for the entry of sales figures?

Context: “physical space”

(noun) a way to go into a place or a thing. It could be a door, path, or method to get inside something or somewhere.

Example

The grand entryway welcomed guests into the palace.

Example

The blocked entry prevented them from getting into the building.

Example

Where is the main entry to the park?

Context: “list”

(noun) a piece of writing that helps you find something in a book or information in a list. Like a guide that shows you where to find specific things.

Example

Use the index entry to locate the chapter you need in the book.

Example

The missing entry made it difficult to find the document in the file.

Example

Can you find the entry for the word in the dictionary?

How to pronounce entry

Pronunciation: [/ˈɛntɹi/]

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