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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It’s not historically accurate, but it is a way for Coffin to pack in more tributes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
Many sketches pack in a number of ideas, which can make them feel wayward, some run out of ideas before they end, and even the best ones can go on too long.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
The company unveiled the car’s chassis, motor, and battery pack in October, although soft sales guidance overshadowed the luxury launch event.
From Barron's ● May 5, 2026
The fertility company Perelel, which began selling a men’s supplement pack in 2021, said it is now among its top five products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 7, 2026
Rhonda had led the pack in disabusing Citra of that delusion through eyeball rolls and exasperated exhales each time Citra took an imperfect step.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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