pack in
phrasal verb
packed in; packing in; packs in
British, informal
: to stop or quit
I have no intention of packing in just yet.
Examples of pack in in a Sentence
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Most significantly, researchers say, their DNA shows clear distinction.
Transients — also called Bigg’s killer whales — hunt seals and other marine mammals in small packs in expansive waters stretching from Southern California to the Arctic Circle.
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Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2024
The main house also packs in five bedrooms, and the upstairs master contains a private balcony, spa-style bath with soaking tub and a Rodeo Drive boutique-style dressing room.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2024
Pineapple: Pineapple packs in vitamins C, A, K, phosphorus, zinc and calcium.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Shoppers have complained about having to buy produce that has already been packed in plastic and priced.
—Kim Severson, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2024
This year-round shoe staple is equally sensible and stylish, and isn't too bulky or heavy to pack in your carry-on.
—Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2024
Ashley Smith, Pediatric Dietitian, says protein shakes can also be a nutrient-dense and portable option that packs in more nutrition when compared to other pre-packaged snacks.
—Tamar Kane, Ms, Rd, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
These berries pack in the fiber to keep you fuller for longer.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Sometimes called Arabian greyhounds, the fleet, somewhat shy dogs joined the AKC pack in 2016.
—CBS News, 20 Mar. 2024
Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2024
The main house also packs in five bedrooms, and the upstairs master contains a private balcony, spa-style bath with soaking tub and a Rodeo Drive boutique-style dressing room.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2024
Pineapple: Pineapple packs in vitamins C, A, K, phosphorus, zinc and calcium.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Shoppers have complained about having to buy produce that has already been packed in plastic and priced.
—Kim Severson, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2024
This year-round shoe staple is equally sensible and stylish, and isn't too bulky or heavy to pack in your carry-on.
—Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2024
Ashley Smith, Pediatric Dietitian, says protein shakes can also be a nutrient-dense and portable option that packs in more nutrition when compared to other pre-packaged snacks.
—Tamar Kane, Ms, Rd, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
These berries pack in the fiber to keep you fuller for longer.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Sometimes called Arabian greyhounds, the fleet, somewhat shy dogs joined the AKC pack in 2016.
—CBS News, 20 Mar. 2024
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“Pack in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pack%20in. Accessed 1 May. 2024.
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