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VocabJLPT N3
to sandwich
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to hold between (e.g. one's fingers, chopsticks)
  2. 2. to grip (from both sides)
  3. 3. to put between
  4. 4. to catch (e.g. a finger in a door)
This verb means to insert, sandwich, or hold something between two things. For example, it can describe putting a bookmark between pages or catching a finger in a door.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Can you hold that paper in place with your fingers?

Sentence 2

Why are you pinching the paper so hard? You'll tear it.

Sentence 3

Hey, don't stick your fingers in there — that's seriously dangerous!

Sentence 4

Tuck that card in your wallet so you don't drop it.

Sentence 5

"Hold that paper between your fingers," he said.