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as in bags
a container made of a flexible material (as paper or plastic)
asked the bagger to put all the loaves of bread in the same sack
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as in beds
a place set aside for sleeping
I think I'm ready to hit the sack
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as in removes
to let go from office, service, or employment
he was sacked for showing up late once too often
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as in loots
to search through with the intent of committing robbery
thieves sacked the house in search of the diamond necklace
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Recent Examples of sacks
Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
McCarthy has thrown six interceptions, fumbled four times and taken 15 sacks in the first four starts of his career.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
In nine games, Jones has two sacks, 13 tackles, eight quarterback hits and five tackles for loss.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2025
He was taken down a league-worst 68 times as a rookie, including 38 sacks through nine games.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
As a team, the Panthers have gone from 30th in the league in sacks in the first nine games without Wonnum to a top-5 sacks group with him.
—Joseph Person, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
In 592 snaps, Smith committed six penalties and allowed five sacks in 10 games.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
The Gators’ high-motor and tone-setting defender is leaving the Gators after a breakout season, featuring 60 tackles, including 5 for loss (2 sacks) and an interception.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Defensive end Leonard Williams has seven sacks, 4 1/2 in the last three weeks, and the Seahawks have eight takeaways during their winning streak and 11 in the last seven games.
—Jack Magruder, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Manny Navarro, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Felix Anudike-Uzomah #97 of the Kansas City Chiefs sacks Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos during the fourth quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
The Oviedo defense sacks Noah Grubbs on back to back plays to end the first half.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
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Moro Ojomo leads the defense with four sacks, with Andrew Mukuba snaring two interceptions.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
McCarthy has thrown six interceptions, fumbled four times and taken 15 sacks in the first four starts of his career.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
In nine games, Jones has two sacks, 13 tackles, eight quarterback hits and five tackles for loss.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2025
He was taken down a league-worst 68 times as a rookie, including 38 sacks through nine games.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
As a team, the Panthers have gone from 30th in the league in sacks in the first nine games without Wonnum to a top-5 sacks group with him.
—Joseph Person, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
In 592 snaps, Smith committed six penalties and allowed five sacks in 10 games.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
The Gators’ high-motor and tone-setting defender is leaving the Gators after a breakout season, featuring 60 tackles, including 5 for loss (2 sacks) and an interception.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Defensive end Leonard Williams has seven sacks, 4 1/2 in the last three weeks, and the Seahawks have eight takeaways during their winning streak and 11 in the last seven games.
—Jack Magruder, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Verb
Ohio State sacks Altmyer five times, wins its 10th straight in the series and covers the spread.
—Manny Navarro, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Felix Anudike-Uzomah #97 of the Kansas City Chiefs sacks Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos during the fourth quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
The Oviedo defense sacks Noah Grubbs on back to back plays to end the first half.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sacks
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Readers will also learn how to repurpose existing garments into new items such as hats, bags, slippers and other patchwork pieces.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
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Even wine bags carry the signature Rockwell spirit, making gift-giving or hosting feel effortless and thoughtfully curated.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Nov. 2025
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Oversized floral prints cover the custom sectionals in both living rooms; a blue, yellow, and purple checkerboard rug anchors her dining room; and classic zigzag pillows adorn the beds.—
Laura May Todd,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
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As delegates compete for beds, rates have spiked and some developing countries and non-profits say they are being priced out of the summit.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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One side includes a zippered divider with two pouches (including a waterproof one), while the other has compression straps and a removable lining.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Overstuffed pouches of chicken in the walk-in refrigerator had been improperly cooled.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Sacks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sacks. Accessed 27 Nov. 2025.
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