tucker 1 of 2

chiefly Australian

tucker (out)

2 of 2

verb

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of tucker
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
  • The legislation mandates regular background checks for drivers, requires all rides to be recorded, and bans the exchange of food and drinks between riders and drivers, among other measures.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
  • As proud children of the Caribbean, this legacy project is Vanessa and Marcos’ unique way of highlighting the diverse Caribbean diaspora and its many touch points including travel, music, food, and live culinary experiences.
    Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Famously, stage and film star Sir Sean Connery openly discussed wearing a headpiece in all of his James Bond roles.
    Rhiannon Frater, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Chrissy was a classy birthday girl, wearing a beige corset-style skirt and top with a matching trench coat and sunglasses.
    Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • One participant, Thomas Bragg, discovered how to talk about his friendship with Eddie Lama, who was killed in action.
    Made by History, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Crown prosecutors allege Patterson deliberately served lethal mushrooms to kill her lunch guests; her defense counsel claims the deaths were a tragic accident.
    Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 30 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Re consecrated the bread and wine for Holy Communion as the Sistine Chapel Choir, made up of 20 men and 30 boys, chanted.
    Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Tomato slices are slipping out, pickles are disappearing and the bread can get soggy. Build a better burger like this: Toast the bun.
    Joe Difazio, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Sophomore Madison Booker can match Hidalgo and Miles shot-for-shot, and Texas’ defensive pressure frequently tires opponents.
    Ben Pickman, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
  • The lack of oxygen and nutrient-rich blood from poor circulation can cause the muscles to tire sooner and can create feelings of exhaustion.
    Jane Kim, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Dominate a single platform Many entrepreneurs exhaust themselves trying to maintain presence across every social channel, newsletter platform, and podcast directory.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
  • The gorilla could easily maim several men before being exhausted.
    Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Change Lightbulbs, Fixtures, and Switches Thanks to newer, longer-lasting bulbs, lightbulbs burn out less frequently now than ever.
    Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2025
  • Many first-time cruisers make the mistake of trying to attend every event and eat in every venue, only to burn out midway through the trip.
    David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Verb
  • At Big’s Chicken in Southeast Portland, the wind was knocked out of a server mid-shift.
    Jason Quick, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
  • The placement of each product allows for simultaneous dimension and color, knocking out two makeup steps at once.
    Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 25 Apr. 2025

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“Tucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tucker. Accessed 5 May. 2025.

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