tacking (up)

Definition of tacking (up)next
present participle of tack (up)
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Verb
  • Towers has been freed after posting $30,000 bail.
    Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
  • Also, the two opposing narratives were mirror images of each other in volume and posting cadence, suggesting that the same culprit may have been amplifying both sides of the fight.
    Lane Brown, Vulture, 15 May 2026
Verb
  • Yes, there can be an artistry to nailing the dough, balancing the sauce, and assembling a thoughtful or even surprising mix of high-quality toppings.
    Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
  • Clark scored 21 points on 5-of-10 shooting, making all nine of her free-throw attempts and nailing two 3-pointers.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
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“Tacking (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tacking%20%28up%29. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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