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VocabJLPT N3

to stuff into

Ichidan VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive VerbAuxiliary Verb

Definitions

1. to stuff into
2. to jam
3. to shorten
4. to reduce (spending)

This verb means to pack, stuff, or fill something tightly into a space, or to shorten something by condensing it. It can also mean to corner someone or to hold one's breath, as in the expression for being tense.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Before leaving, I packed my medicine into a small pouch and slipped it in my pocket.

Sentence 2

No way, if you cram your schedule that full you're going to crash!

Sentence 3

I can't take it anymore — I'm sick of just cramming information into my head.

Sentence 4

He asked, "Can I stuff my shoes into the suitcase?"

Sentence 5

If you stuff any more vegetables into that bag, it's going to tear!