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    inject
    in‧ject /ɪnˈdʒekt/ verb [transitive]
     Date: 1500-1600
     Language: Latin
     Origin: past participle of inicere, from jacere 'to throw'
    1. to put liquid, especially a drug, into someone’s body by using a special needle
        inject something into somebody/something
        The drug is injected directly into the base of the spine.
        inject somebody with something
        I have to inject myself with insulin.
    2. to improve something by adding excitement, interest etc to it
        inject something into something
        Traditional handbag makers are injecting more fun into their designs.
        A market building can inject new life into an area.
    3. to provide more money, equipment etc for something
        inject something into something
        They need to inject more money into sports facilities.