PLUGGED (AWAY) Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

plugged (away)

verb

Definition of plugged (away)

past tense of plug (away)

as in pegged (away)

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Fans like Melau carried on as if Brazil, a frequent World Cup contender, was still playing.

— Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026
Pipeline line fill, tank bottoms and other operational inventories are often carried on company balance sheets but generate little direct revenue.

— Mia Gindis, Fortune, 9 July 2026

Definition of carried on

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After Mike Trout grounded into a force at the plate, Nolan Schanuel singled – one of his four hits – to drive in two.

— Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 10 July 2026
The fire was caused by an insulation line that wasn’t properly grounded, according to the report.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026

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Closer Jacob Latz had pitched in the first two games of the series.

— CBS News, CBS News, 21 June 2026
City officials approved an agreement underpinning the massive plan in 2022, around the same time that Victory — then pitched in a different form as Seasons on the Bench — took shape on farmland next door.

— Mark Dee June 10, Idaho Statesman, 10 June 2026

Definition of pitched in

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