as in food
substances intended to be eaten
you can get some downright peculiar tucker deep in the outback
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as in to wear
to use up all the physical energy of
we're hoping that the mountain bike ride will tucker the kids out so they'll sleep well tonight
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Recent Examples of tucker
Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
According to Richards, some use tummy tucker and shapewear interchangeably.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
To picnic like an Aussie, load up your esky (cooler) with some tucker (food) and stubbies (bottles of beer).
—Emily Matchar, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Sep. 2020
The top part of the carpet is then tucked underneath the top lip of the Z-bar and secured by a carpet tucker or hammering, creating an even flow between the two materials.
—Sarah Baird, House Beautiful, 14 Sep. 2020
Now Ms Talacko exports tasty tucker to 25 countries.
—The Economist, 14 Nov. 2019
Hang’ is a fascinatingly oblique piece by the British scribe debbie tucker green that lasts just 75 minutes.
—Chicago Tribune, chicagotribune.com, 20 Apr. 2018
Noun
What's the difference between tummy tucker and shapewear?
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
According to Richards, some use tummy tucker and shapewear interchangeably.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
To picnic like an Aussie, load up your esky (cooler) with some tucker (food) and stubbies (bottles of beer).
—Emily Matchar, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Sep. 2020
The top part of the carpet is then tucked underneath the top lip of the Z-bar and secured by a carpet tucker or hammering, creating an even flow between the two materials.
—Sarah Baird, House Beautiful, 14 Sep. 2020
Now Ms Talacko exports tasty tucker to 25 countries.
—The Economist, 14 Nov. 2019
Hang’ is a fascinatingly oblique piece by the British scribe debbie tucker green that lasts just 75 minutes.
—Chicago Tribune, chicagotribune.com, 20 Apr. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tucker
Noun
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The analysis considered the costs of six months of housing, utilities, food, medical care and car payments for a household of at least two people.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Flossing is the only way to remove food particles lodged between teeth, which can lead to plaque and tartar buildup and cavities.2 Fluoride Toothpaste Fluoride is a mineral that strengthens teeth and prevents cavities by adding mineral content to the enamel.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
19 May 2025
Verb
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For their big milestone, the twins wore dark blue caps and gowns with matching white asymmetrical cocktail dresses underneath, posing for photos with their classmates, friends and family members while holding flowers and their diplomas.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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Boul was literally with his current come up wearing MY jewelry.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
23 May 2025
Verb
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The forecast comes after several devastating hurricanes battered the U.S. last year, including Helene, which killed 241 people across five states in September.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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The week took a tragic turn Wednesday evening in Washington, D.C., when two Israeli Embassy employees were shot and killed near a Jewish museum.—
Grace Miserocchi,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2025
Noun
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To make your fresh-baked boule feel even more gifty, take a nod from Jamila and present it in a reusable bread bag the host can keep.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 May 2025
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Oat Bread Oat bread is bread made from oats, which are a good source of fiber, including a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
20 May 2025
Verb
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Rather than tiring the players out, the Conference League has given Maresca more opportunity to rotate and give everyone game time, therefore keeping fringe members happier.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Part of that was due to Bergoglio’s age, 76; the cardinals were believed wary of choosing someone who might tire and, like Benedict, throw in the towel after just a few years.—
Henry Chu,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The board expects to establish authorize another buyback once the existing share repurchase is exhausted.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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The Premier League attempted to broker an agreement but after exhausting all avenues the only option available in the time frame was to play at Joie Stadium.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Verb
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She was burned out on consulting and had an instant reaction.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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If you’ve been burned out by subscription fatigue—or want the security of knowing your tools are installed and ready even when the Wi-Fi isn’t—Microsoft Office 2024 might be a smart productivity upgrade.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
23 May 2025
Verb
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The attack knocked out the electricity that powered the facility’s incubators and damaged the backup generator, but emergency responders rushed in to address the outage and ensure that the thousands of frozen eggs, sperm and embryos stored in cryogenic tanks went unharmed.—
Rebecca Plevin,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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In one particularly frantic game, Tottenham Hotspur’s collective head was so fried that keeper Heurelho Gomes accidentally knocked out his team-mate, Alan Hutton, in trying to deal with an aerial ball.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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“Tucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tucker. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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