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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

To Burick’s point, beyond postcards, there are so many food-themed treasures you can tuck into an envelope: photos, postcards, ramen seasoning packets, salt blends.

From Salon ● Apr. 10, 2025

He says he's delighted to be performing at the Royal Court, where audiences can tuck into a bowl of scouse in the auditorium before many of the shows.

From BBC ● Mar. 21, 2025

I need a safe space, a place to tuck into.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari

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