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as in plugging
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
carefully pack the food containers so we'll have as much as possible for the picnic
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as in loading
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
I had packed the suitcase so tightly that it wouldn't close
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as in carrying
to support and take from one place to another
remember to pack several changes of clothing
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as in bearing
to wear or have on one's person
a private detective packing a weapon
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Recent Examples of packing
Ned Temko, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Dec. 2024
The complaint also said the janitorial company employed 15 children at a Perdue Farms meat packing plant in Accomac, Virginia.
—Karina Tsui, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
Complete the dream by resting your head on the Luxury Cooling Memory Foam Pillow, which is infused with gel and copper to send night sweats packing.
—Abbey Stone, SELF, 1 Dec. 2024
Read on to find the best in travel and packing essentials, camping must-haves, and beyond, starting as low as $15.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024
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With voters’ mood showing no signs of brightening in the new year, the impact of the anti-incumbent surge is being felt not only by the politicians, like Ms. Harris, who were sent packing.
—Ned Temko, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Dec. 2024
The complaint also said the janitorial company employed 15 children at a Perdue Farms meat packing plant in Accomac, Virginia.
—Karina Tsui, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
Complete the dream by resting your head on the Luxury Cooling Memory Foam Pillow, which is infused with gel and copper to send night sweats packing.
—Abbey Stone, SELF, 1 Dec. 2024
Read on to find the best in travel and packing essentials, camping must-haves, and beyond, starting as low as $15.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024
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Chocolate or Nutella babka is a favorite at the holidays, but these breads can also be made with jams, nuts, and spiced fillings.Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
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Mangione’s other meal choices in prison so far have included tacos or bean wrap filling, barbecue chicken or brown rice with vegetables, chicken tetrazzini, a hamburger, porcupine meatball, and mashed potatoes, per TMZ.Escher Walcott, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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The students were seen on security footage from November 11 loading the refrigerators into their vehicles.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Very often, a gunner isn't sure about exactly which ammunition will be needed on a particular mission, so erring on the side of caution means loading up with more than one kind in the feed belt, just in case an armor-piercing round is needed instead of shrapnel.David Szondy, New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2024
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This complication features a three-armed carousel, each arm carrying a block with four-hour numerals.Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Mangione was also initially charged in Pennsylvania with forgery, carrying firearms without a license, tampering with records or identification, possessing instruments of a crime and providing false identification to law enforcement.Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Prep for chilly winter weather with the Organic Pillow, featuring warm yet moisture-wicking wool in the fill.Abbey Stone, SELF, 1 Dec. 2024
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To counter this, brighten your face with a soft fill light, even during the day, to avoid looking gloomy.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Listen to this article A tractor-trailer hauling thousands of pounds of metal beams was involved in a four-car crash on Interstate 395 in Norwich on Tuesday, leading to the beams coming loose and smashing through the cab area of the tractor-trailer, trapping the injured driver inside.Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 Dec. 2024
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Nothing kills the glamour of travel quite like realizing your favorite coat isn’t ready for the journey, to say nothing of hauling a suitcase full of clothes that invariably need refreshing and de-creasing on arrival.Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
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The chunk of this episode that focused on Meredith’s Bat Mitzvah sincerely was far too long and felt like filler, even with Mary’s comedic late appearance.Sarah Hagi, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
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Making the decision to get chin filler Prepping for filler The injection process Post-injection guidelines Overall thoughts What is chin filler? Skin Check An insider’s guide to all things skin care.Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 25 Nov. 2024
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There will be no follow-up to his triumphant, transporting January couture, a fashion show that captured the world’s attention like absolutely no other.Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Add magnesium Magnesium is essential for properly metabolizing vitamin D and transporting it in the blood.Mélanie Defouilloy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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These can be compromised via phishing, credential stuffing or bad user behavior.Rohan Pinto, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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A la carte items available to order include roast beef in gravy, beef tips, baked ham, roast chicken, uncooked Polish sausage, cooked stuffed chicken breast, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, macaroni and cheese, corn and rolls.Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Packing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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