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tuck into

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  1. Eat heartily or greedily, as in For a two-year-old he really tucked into his food. [Early 1800s]


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The organisers have also set up a "nomadic fair" at the site, where visitors can tuck into samsas –- savoury meat-filled pastries typical of Central Asia -- or take part in yurt-building workshops.

From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026

When I tuck into my deathbed, I don’t expect many regrets, except one: I have watched far too many Jake Paul boxing matches.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 20, 2025

Pizza Hut was once a go-to for families and friends to tuck into its all-you-can eat buffet, unlimited salad bar, and self-serve ice-cream with all the toppings.

From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2025

After a long day, I find myself wishing I could curl up with French onion soup or tuck into a perfectly pink steak frites.

From Salon ● Oct. 18, 2025

I take my own boots off and tuck into the opposite corner of the couch.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli

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