heel in

British

verb

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

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heel in

Japan’s Achilles’ heel in this situation is its dependence on foreign oil and gas.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026

Gauff's serve has been her Achilles' heel in recent times, but she had few issues with it initially.

From Barron's ● Jan. 25, 2026

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 ● May 28, 2025

Columbus used his foreknowledge of a lunar eclipse to force the Arawak residents of present-day Jamaica to heel in fear.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 6, 2024

Even Sam could appear almost formidable, clad head to heel in Donal Noye’s steel.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin

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