pack in
Britishverb
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informal to stop doing (something) (esp in the phrase pack it in )
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to carry (something) to base camp, etc by pack
Example Sentences
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Mexican-inspired fast food can pack in more flavor than burgers and chicken sandwiches and offer more room for innovation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
Elsa and Anna, however, pack in the crowds year after year at Epcot’s “Frozen Ever After”—not to mention the many billions in merchandise sales since the movie’s debut in 2013.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
Chip stocks also were impressive in terms of earnings gains, and led the pack in terms of monthly advances.
From Barron's ● May 29, 2026
The reason I bonds leapt to the front of the pack in 2022 is that interest rates were low.
From MarketWatch ● May 6, 2026
The next day, Charles and Syms began to pack in earnest: the books, clothes, linens, pots and pans, all the specimens.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
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