as in to eat
to take in as food
after tucking away that huge meal, I was feeling a little sleepy
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This spot for soccer fans offers lots of pub fare to eat and drink.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2025 -
The calls came while eating lunch, while lying in bed at night.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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Arepas are corn pancakes that can be consumed on their own or with an array of garnishes and fixings.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
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The children who consumed the cookies were transported to Christ Hospital and have since been released, according to WFLD.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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According to the bride, the wedding celebrant told the guests multiple times ahead of the nuptials that phones had to be put away per the couple's request.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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Aaron Ekblad, who scored three goals in the regular season, put away a goal after a flurry of activity in front of the net.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
15 May 2025
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“Tuck (away or in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tuck%20%28away%20or%20in%29. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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