tacking (up)

Definition of tacking (up)next
present participle of tack (up)

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Verb
  • Miguel Rincon-Hernandez, another Arroyo client, was also released Thursday, after posting bond in immigration court.
    Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Start a simple routine that strengthens your body and brand, like posting a helpful tip each morning, and let repetition shape a reliable impression.
    Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The 21-year-old Virginia native gracefully moved up and down the ice, nailing a triple axel before coming into his change camel spin.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Allen has been the essential leader of their resurgence, nailing difficult decisions that even Hall of Fame owners might get wrong.
    Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
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“Tacking (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tacking%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.

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