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cram

[kram]

cram Definition

  • 1to put a lot of things or people into a small space
  • 2to study hard in a short period of time for an exam

Using cram: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cram" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She crammed all her clothes into the suitcase.

  • Example

    The students were cramming for their final exams.

  • Example

    I need to cram for my history test tomorrow.

cram Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cram

Antonyms for cram

Phrases with cram

  • cram something down someone's throat

    to force someone to accept or learn something

    Example

    He keeps cramming his political opinions down my throat.

  • to study intensively for an exam in a short period of time

    Example

    I have to cram for my math test tonight.

  • to force a large number of people or things into a small space

    Example

    We all managed to cram into the tiny elevator.

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Summary: cram in Brief

The verb 'cram' [kram] has two main meanings. The first is to put a lot of things or people into a small space, as in 'She crammed all her clothes into the suitcase.' The second is to study hard in a short period of time for an exam, as in 'The students were cramming for their final exams.' 'Cram' also appears in phrases like 'cram something down someone's throat,' meaning to force someone to accept or learn something, and 'cram into,' meaning to force a large number of people or things into a small space.

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