slot
noun
a narrow, elongated depression, groove, notch, slit, or aperture, especially a narrow opening for receiving or admitting something, as a coin or a letter.
had slotted
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past perfectof slot.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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When I mentioned that the city budget had slotted $2.8 billion to the department from the unrestricted revenues, Moore curtly replied, “No.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 18, 2023
Messi had slotted Argentina ahead from the penalty spot, three other efforts had been ruled out for offside and Saudi Arabia looked to be settling for damage limitation.
From BBC ● Nov. 22, 2022
McColgan had slotted herself into second place behind Ririka Hironaka in the early stages of the 10,000m final and moved into the lead when the Japanese runner slowed at about the halfway mark.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2022
Director Moss Hart had slotted her for a Saturday matinee before Andrews left the show, to give Ms. Howes a chance to warm up for the critics.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 23, 2021
The commanders had slotted two hours for the meeting, but it lasted less than one.
From New York Times ● Nov. 16, 2018
