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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But the main draw here is the four fantastic food outlets all under one roof.—
Mariette Williams,
Essence,
12 June 2025
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There’s a big slide, an Apple Store, an Italian food hall and market.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
Verb
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Eventually, Kartel arrives wearing a suit with his locs braided back.—
Natalie Meade,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2025
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Dua Lipa and Callum Turner are officially engaged, which should feel vindicating to all those eagle-eyed celebrity news readers who spotted the pop singer wearing a diamond ring on her fourth lefthand finger in a Christmas Eve photo dump last year.—
Riann Phillip,
Vogue,
16 June 2025
Verb
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An Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London has been canceled days after the fatal crash that killed 241 people on board.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
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In the moments after the chase, Rivera was shot and killed by her own partner, authorities have said.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Breakfast often consisted of sugary cereals and white bread, while lunch was typically something like chicken patties.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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Fried bread rolls, raw eggs, sausage and cottage cheese measured outside of the temperature range considered safe.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2025
Verb
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The bucket full of cleaning products includes glass cleaning wipes, an interior detailer spray, a car wash and wax for the exterior, wheel and tire cleaner and microfiber cleaning cloths.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
28 May 2025
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Though it’s long been a dream destination for visitors from the West, experiencing Japan’s capital city can tire you out (in the best way possible).—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
25 May 2025
Verb
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In the new workplace, don’t exhaust yourself to win over everyone.—
Naira Velumyan,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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If Southern California Edison equipment is found to have sparked the blaze on Jan. 7, as dozens of lawsuits allege, the damage claims could quickly exhaust the state’s $21-billion wildfire fund.—
Melody Petersen,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2025
Verb
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The public loved it while the guys of Looking Glass understandably felt a little burnt out.—
Josh Weiss,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Up to now, Lin said, most scholars have assumed that toxic bosses act out unintentionally and by accident: They’re burned out, overtaxed or having a bad day.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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That assessment is supported by the two US officials, who told CNN that electricity was knocked out on the lower levels where the centrifuges used to enrich uranium are stored.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
14 June 2025
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Known for his grappling pedigree, Gracie never evolved beyond his jiu-jitsu roots and was knocked out by Bryce Mitchell in his most recent bout.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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“Tucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tucker. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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