tacking (up)

Definition of tacking (up)next
present participle of tack (up)

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Verb
  • Some of the parents claimed that Tiffany controlled what the kids did and said and that Hunter was in charge of editing and posting on their accounts.
    Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Jail records show he was released Tuesday afternoon after posting bail on a $1,000 bond.
    Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • So what’s the key to nailing the kitsch look in your home decor?
    Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
  • In the twilight photo, the Too Much actress leaned up against a fence while nailing the office siren aesthetic.
    Lara Walsh, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025
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“Tacking (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tacking%20%28up%29. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.

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