heel in

verb

1. (tr, adverb) to insert (cuttings, shoots, etc) into the soil before planting to keep them moist

Example Sentences

Brian Levin, founder of the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism and a professor emeritus at Cal State San Bernardino, said foreign adversaries and extremists for years have been exploiting a perceived Achilles heel in American society to advance polarization.

From Los Angeles Times

Kings of Leon have cancelled their upcoming UK and European shows after lead singer Caleb Followill broke a bone in his heel in a "freak" accident.

From BBC

Well aware that the divisive issue could be their Achilles’ heel in November, the GOP is pretending to soften its opposition to abortion rights.

From Los Angeles Times

Jason Sudeikis similarly envisioned "Ted Lasso" seasons playing out like "A New Hope," "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi," down to having a gentle character turn heel in its second season before redeeming himself in time for the big finish.

From Salon

Nikola wears Cartier Signature Cs; Kenzo rose fitted shirt in faded pink mesh polyamide; rose turtleneck top in faded pink mesh polyamide; kitten heel in leather covered by faded pink Kenzo rose printed textile.

From Los Angeles Times