tuck in
Example Sentences
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The acquirers can also more easily tuck in a smaller acquisition, avoiding the stomach aches that come with digesting a bigger organization.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
On a lifeless surface, England collectively lacked penetration and were often loose, allowing Sean Williams to tuck in for 88 from 82 balls.
From BBC • May 24, 2025
As for Harbaugh’s tighter-ship influence, Bosa said he has seen it in things like how the Chargers tuck in their jerseys during practices and keep their lockers tidy.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2024
Picture a figure skater twirling on their skates; they can speed up or slow down their twirls by how much they tuck in their limbs.
From National Geographic • Dec. 19, 2023
Kyle could see Abia tuck in her arms and shoulders, making her profile sleekly aerodynamic.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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