packed

Example Sentences

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The process got more mechanized through the back half of the American Century—out with the cover cropping, in with the monocrop, packed tight as can be.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

In solids, atoms form tightly packed lattice structures.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

Among the items he packed were two or three wireless phones, multiple car stereos, and a bunch of Craftsman tools.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

After more than two decades working on dairy farms, most recently earning about $1,800 every 15 days, he packed his things and quit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Daddy packed my lunch, and Mama asked me if I wanted ribbons in my hair tomorrow.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan