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 goal has been broken down into a few key areas, including nutrition and food safety.—
Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
31 Jan. 2025
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The restaurant was in violation of 17 standards, including an employee preparing food with jewelry and improper food storage.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In 2023, the Connecticut Flag Football League mandated that all athletes must wear SYZMIK headgear.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Feb. 2025
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Limiting contact with others or wearing a mask can help limit the spread.—
Tanya Lewis,
Scientific American,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The 4-year-old Belgian Malinois was killed on Monday during a tactical team operation in Portage.—
Alexandra Koch,
Fox News,
5 Feb. 2025
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The weapon hit the stern, causing the vessel to sink and killing around 100 of the 270 crew members onboard.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Employees said sourdough bread at the restaurant was prepared at the owner’s home and brought to the restaurant to bake.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
31 Jan. 2025
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But once the cowboys are done rifling through Pierre’s luggage, packed to the brim with wine, bread, cheese, and French fries, Slim decides to crack out the Budweiser and let the Parisian stay.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
31 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This is a complicated play to decipher in real-time, with all the issues Kapil addresses, and by the end of a second act that feels a bit too long, your brain might start to tire.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2025
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That process, however, could take up to 10 or 15 minutes, and sometimes, the dog never tired out and was brought back to the apartment without a good walk.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Democrats may not have the votes, Trump may have an above-water net approval rating, and the rank-and-file liberal base is bluntly exhausted, but nothing is permanent in politics.—
Philip Elliott,
TIME,
4 Feb. 2025
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Even Spurs’ fit players are exhausted, worn down by having to carry this club on their backs every Thursday and Sunday for the past few months.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Because of the intense demands of caregiving, both physical and emotional, caregivers can easily burn out.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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That relieves pressure on community obstetricians who deliver babies at the hospital and often burn out from deliveries at all hours.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Adesanya was knocked out in the second round by French contender Nassourdine Imavov, and the nature of the finish suggested to Borralho that Adesanya's powers could be on the wane after more than five years at the top of the sport.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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During the match, McDonagh attempted to launch himself from the middle rope and execute a moonsault backflip to knock out one of the War Raiders.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Tucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tucker. Accessed 15 Feb. 2025.
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