1
: an opening through which fluid enters an enclosure
2
a
: a taking in
b(1)
: the amount taken in
(2)
: something (such as energy) taken in : input
Examples of intake in a Sentence
You should limit your daily intake of fats and sugars.
a larger intake of fluids
the recommended daily intakes of selected vitamins
a sudden intake of breath
Recent Examples on the Web
In the statement, Raben, who led the study, noted that most of the research into the safety of sweeteners has come from animal studies using doses far above the usual intake in humans.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 13 Apr. 2024
Although more research is needed, some evidence suggests that taking lysine supplements may help lower blood pressure in individuals with suboptimal lysine intake.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2024
With a 360-degree air intake that covers 215 square feet (the perfect size for a bedroom or office), the air purifier can capture up to 99.97 percent of particles as small as 0.01 microns, like dust, pet dander, and other allergens, from the air using the H13 true HEPA filter.
—Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
Lowering your salt intake The American Heart Association’s ideal daily sodium limit is 1,500 milligrams per day for most adults, especially those with high blood pressure, and no more than 2,300 milligrams daily.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 8 Apr. 2024
As part of the intake stroke, a supercharger pulls and squeezes air into the engine to create that beastly whine.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 3 Apr. 2024
Still, multiple creatine brands advise customers to increase their water intake with creatine use.
—Donavyn Coffey, TIME, 1 Apr. 2024
This sandwich from Colonel Sanders takes care of half your sodium intake for the day.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2024
Burned out jail medical staff Jails could do a better job beginning at intake and reception, said Corene Kendrick, deputy director of the American Civil Liberties Union National Prison Project.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2024
Sherri Gordon, Health, 13 Apr. 2024
Although more research is needed, some evidence suggests that taking lysine supplements may help lower blood pressure in individuals with suboptimal lysine intake.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2024
With a 360-degree air intake that covers 215 square feet (the perfect size for a bedroom or office), the air purifier can capture up to 99.97 percent of particles as small as 0.01 microns, like dust, pet dander, and other allergens, from the air using the H13 true HEPA filter.
—Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
Lowering your salt intake The American Heart Association’s ideal daily sodium limit is 1,500 milligrams per day for most adults, especially those with high blood pressure, and no more than 2,300 milligrams daily.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 8 Apr. 2024
As part of the intake stroke, a supercharger pulls and squeezes air into the engine to create that beastly whine.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 3 Apr. 2024
Still, multiple creatine brands advise customers to increase their water intake with creatine use.
—Donavyn Coffey, TIME, 1 Apr. 2024
This sandwich from Colonel Sanders takes care of half your sodium intake for the day.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2024
Burned out jail medical staff Jails could do a better job beginning at intake and reception, said Corene Kendrick, deputy director of the American Civil Liberties Union National Prison Project.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2024
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intake
noun
in·take
ˈin-ˌtāk 
1
: a place where liquid or air is taken into something (as a pump)
2
: the act of taking in
an intake of breath
3
: something taken in
inadequate food intake
Medical Definition
intake
noun
in·take
ˈin-ˌtāk
1
: the act or process of taking in
intake and exhalation of gases
2
: the amount taken in
reduce fluid intake to four cups daily—D. R. Zimmerman
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