How to Use pack in in a Sentence

pack in

verb
  • If it must be packed in a suitcase or gym bag, place it in a mesh bag.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
  • Look for peaches packed in water or their own juice rather than heavy syrup.
    — Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2026
  • That’s less than the cost of a ration pack in a galaxy far, far away.
    — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
  • At night, the venue hosts an early show and a late show, packing in six bands or more.
    — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The new burger is also packed in a box rather than in paper.
    — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
  • Just look for canned pineapple packed in 100% juice, not heavy syrup.
    — Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 3 July 2026
  • All three joined the AKC pack in the last 15 years.
    — Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • If things turn out extremely well, this group could be middle-of-the-pack in the league.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026
  • Summer is here, and there are so many more adventures to pack in this season.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
  • Just make sure your souvenir bottle is packed in a bag below the cabin, not in it.
    — Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • For the silkiest texture, make sure to use tuna packed in olive oil—not water.
    — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026
  • At least 40 were reunited with their owners, but dozens of dead cats were found packed in ice.
    — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The leading candidates held a razor-thin gap on the chasing pack in a low turnout race.
    — Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 21 July 2026
  • These ready-to-grab mini sandwiches are made for packing in the cooler.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
  • Donalds leads the pack in every way that matters, Power said.
    — Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2026
  • The 2-ounce compact bottles are easy to pack in a carry-on, and are available in sets of three.
    — Hayley Domin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Ferrari developed and built both the motors and battery pack in-house.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
  • The item was packed in 20-ounce plastic tubs and placed inside a paperboard sleeve.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 15 June 2026
  • The French Alps are a reminder that packing in France isn’t one-size-fits-all.
    — Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
  • According to the complaint, the artworks were packed in cardboard crates.
    — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Despite their short runtime, the episodes pack in several formats.
    — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Tuna packed in water also works, but the texture will feel drier even once mixed with the creamy dressing.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 14 July 2026
  • At first, the object that surfaced was inconspicuous, packed in a wet clod of earth.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
  • Brined capers, which are packed in vinegar, have a tangier taste but are just as delicious.
    — Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026
  • Peaches packed in water or their own juice are generally a better choice than those packed in heavy or light syrup.
    — Brianna Tobritzhofer, HEALTH, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Vegetables packed in syrups or heavy sauces are best skipped unless a recipe specifically calls for them.
    — Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The new generators packed in many more tubes, which led to quicker wear, which led to a leak of radioactive steam.
    — Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
  • The crust is topped with a rich custard made with a half pound of bittersweet chocolate to pack in the chocolate flavor.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
  • Everything comes neatly packed in a storage pouch, so nothing gets lost between trips.
    — Chantelle Kincy, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Serving breakfast and lunch, this place is especially packed in the morning.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

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