squeeze in
B1 informal separable both
In simple words
To fit yourself or something into a very small space or a very busy schedule
Literal meaning: To squeeze means to press something through a tight space; 'in' signals entering a confined area
Meanings
1 B1 informal
To fit into a small physical space with difficulty
"We managed to squeeze in five people on the back seat, though it was very uncomfortable."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B1
idiomatic
informal
To find time for something or someone within a busy schedule
"The doctor said she could squeeze me in at four o'clock if I came straight away."
Grammar: separable
Usage notes
Extremely common in everyday English for both physical fitting (into a space) and scheduling (into a calendar). 'Can you squeeze me in?' is a very common expression used when requesting an appointment at a doctor, hairdresser, etc.
Commonly used with
appointment meeting workout visit seat schedule
Forms
Base
squeeze in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
squeezes in
he/she/it
Past simple
squeezed in
yesterday
Past participle
squeezed in
have + pp
-ing form
squeezing in
continuous
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