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

For a more autumnal spin, I tuck in about ½ cup of cubed, softened butternut squash, a sprinkle of brown sugar, cubes of manchego, and a few torn sage leaves.

From Salon • Nov. 4, 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

Jack said the challenge was exhilarating and added: "We held on very tightly. I had to tuck in tight and Alfie had to tuck in tight towards my legs as well."

From BBC • May 26, 2024

When Lorena realizes that Bailey has no red, she surreptitiously removes a rose from a nearby floral arrangement to tuck in his lapel.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern