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rucked

/rʌkt/

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verb

To act as a ruck in a stoppage in Australian rules football.

Examples :

"The tall player rucked hard in the centre circle, trying to win the ball for his team at the bounce. "

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verb

To contest the possession of the ball in a ruck.

Examples :

"During the rugby match, the players rucked fiercely over the loose ball near the try line. "

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verb

To crease or fold.

Examples :

"The rug rucked under my feet, causing me to stumble. "

appearance style

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verb

To become folded.

Examples :

"The map rucked when I tried to fold it quickly, so now it has a permanent crease. "

appearance condition

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verb

To cower or huddle together; to squat; to sit, as a hen on eggs.

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "Feeling cold and scared during the thunderstorm, the kittens rucked together for warmth under the porch." "

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verb

To carry a backpack while hiking or marching.

Examples :

"The hikers rucked their heavy backpacks up the mountain trail. "

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