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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JaNa steps in to try and mediate, but Serena shuts that right down so Kordell can eat his birthday cake in peace.—
Olivia Crandall,
Vulture,
22 Aug. 2025 -
The rest are experiencing acute hunger, many not eating for several days.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Most products are safe to consume beyond the date listed on the packaging.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
7 July 2025
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Drinking hibiscus tea daily is unlikely to cause problems when consumed in moderation.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
7 July 2025
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But, Ewing said, the benefits of cellphone bans extend beyond academics as students are more likely to socialize with each other when their devices are put away.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
8 June 2026
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The match was great; Menšík, 20, fought through a grueling third set to finally put away Fonseca, who had been a darling of the tournament so far.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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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 18 Jun. 2026.
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