What does the phrasal verb “squeeze in” mean?

What are the definitions of “squeeze in”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. To find time for something or someone in a busy schedule.

  I can squeeze a meeting in early tomorrow morning.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “squeeze in”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb squeeze in is to find time for something or someone in a busy schedule. It means making room for an activity or person even when there is limited time or space available.

What are the different verb forms of “squeeze in”?

Root Verb	squeeze in
Third Person Singular Present	squeezes in
Present Participle	squeezing in
Simple Past	squeezed in
Past Participle	squeezed in

Example

I managed to squeeze in a quick workout before work.

Example

She always squeezes in a few minutes of meditation during her lunch break.

Example

He is squeezing in a visit to his parents before his flight.

Example

Yesterday, they squeezed in a last-minute meeting before the deadline.

Example

The extra guests were squeezed in at the end of the table.

What kind of phrasal verb is “squeeze in”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Transitive verb

“squeeze in” is a transitive phrasal verb because it requires a direct object to complete its meaning. The direct object specifies what is being removed, obtained, or eliminated.

Example

Can you squeeze in a meeting with the client?

Example

She squeezed in a quick phone call during her break.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“squeeze in” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

Can you squeeze in a meeting with the client?

Example

She squeezed in a quick phone call during her break.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “squeeze in”?

Squeeze in a word

To find an opportunity to say something, especially in a conversation where others are dominating the discussion.

Example

I couldn't squeeze in a word during the meeting because everyone was talking so much.

Squeeze in a favor

To ask someone to do something for you, even though they may be busy or have limited time.

Example

Could you squeeze in a favor for me and pick up my dry cleaning?

Squeeze in a visit

To find time to see someone or go somewhere, even when your schedule is full.

Example

I'm going to squeeze in a visit to my grandparents while I'm in town.

Good things to know

Does “squeeze in” have an informal or formal tone?

Squeeze in is a neutral to informal phrasal verb. It is commonly used in everyday conversations and can be used in both casual and more formal settings, depending on the context. For example, it can be used in a business meeting to discuss fitting in an appointment or in a casual conversation about making time for a friend.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “squeeze in”?

Synonyms

• accommodate
• insert
• fit in
• make room for
• find time for
• make space for
• slip in
• work in

Antonyms for {keyword}

• exclude
• omit
• remove
• skip
• neglect
• overlook
• leave out