plugged (away)

Definition of plugged (away)next
past tense of plug (away)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for plugged (away)
Verb
  • Honey would sit in the back reading books and doing homework while meetings carried on around her.
    Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
  • The standard-length base Ryder LT has a total payload of 1,140 kg (2,500 lb), 1,000 (2,200) of which can be carried on the flatbed itself.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Magic potions get involved — not to mention a surfeit of whimsy — but the actor does his best to ground the cutesiness in something real.
    Tim Grierson, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Kiel grounded out to third base before Sorrell slapped a single to right field, but was caught trying to steal second base.
    Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Sandlin, who is rehabbing from elbow surgery, still has not pitched in a Cactus League game.
    Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
  • D'Avian Houston pitched in with 11 points and six assists.
    ABC News, ABC News, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Plugged (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plugged%20%28away%29. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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