: and in addition : also
—used to introduce each article in a list or enumeration
itemed; iteming; items
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Examples of item in a Sentence
Noun
There are several items for sale.
I need to buy a few household items like soap.
He always orders the most expensive item on the menu.
There are a lot of items on our agenda tonight, so let's start the meeting.
I saw an item in today's paper about the mayor's campaign plans.
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Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Such items may include DualSense wireless controllers, Pulse Elite wireless headset, Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, the new PS5 console – Fortnite Cobalt Star Bundle and more all start this week.
—John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 17 Sep. 2024
Ladylike Dressing: Then and Now A-line skirts, lady jackets, chic day clutches: These are just a few of the It items making up this fall’s ladylike-dressing trend.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2024
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Noun
The McRib was introduced in 1981, but rather than becoming a permanent menu item, it has been made available only in limited runs over the last four decades.
—Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Such items may include DualSense wireless controllers, Pulse Elite wireless headset, Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, the new PS5 console – Fortnite Cobalt Star Bundle and more all start this week.
—John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
Verb
The intentional collection designed by Rae is comprised of pieces that can be worn on the day-to-day and also items ideal for evenings out with friends.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 17 Sep. 2024
Ladylike Dressing: Then and Now A-line skirts, lady jackets, chic day clutches: These are just a few of the It items making up this fall’s ladylike-dressing trend.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2024
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“Item.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/item. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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item
noun1
: a distinct part in an enumeration, account, or series
2
: a financial instrument (as a check or draft)
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