stuff it

phrase

informal
used as an angry and rude way to say that one does not want something or is not interested in something
When they offered me the job I told them they could stuff it.

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Once your zucchini is hollowed out, stuff it with your favorite fillings (think seasoned ground meat, grains, sautéed vegetables, and/or cheese), then bake until tender for an easy and satisfying meal or side dish. Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2026 Fold it, roll it, stuff it in, and hope for the best—everyone has their own personal packing strategy. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Feb. 2026 Measure out the width of your appliance, cut it to that size, and then stuff it into the gapped area to stop items from disappearing into the abyss. Candace Madonna, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026 Instead of struggling to stuff it back into its box for the off-season, opt for a much less cumbersome Christmas tree storage bag. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stuff it

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“Stuff it.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stuff%20it. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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