1
of a coin
: altered by the insertion of a plug of base metal
2
: closed by or as if by a plug : obstructed
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But the new generation of GaN chargers with more power and USB ports sometimes struggle to stay plugged in due to their size and weight.
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Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 7 Aug. 2024
The area around the plugged duct may be tender, swollen, and red.
—Donna Murray, Rn, Parents, 30 July 2024
Some had common themes: posture, plugged ears, the power of mind over spasmodic clenching of the diaphragm, which is basically what a hiccup is.
—Neal Rubin, Detroit Free Press, 25 May 2024
As early voting begins in San Antonio's municipal election, everyone who's the least bit plugged in knows Mayor Ron Nirenberg is seeking re-election to a fourth and final term.
—Marc Duvoisin, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Apr. 2023
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Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 7 Aug. 2024
The area around the plugged duct may be tender, swollen, and red.
—Donna Murray, Rn, Parents, 30 July 2024
Some had common themes: posture, plugged ears, the power of mind over spasmodic clenching of the diaphragm, which is basically what a hiccup is.
—Neal Rubin, Detroit Free Press, 25 May 2024
As early voting begins in San Antonio's municipal election, everyone who's the least bit plugged in knows Mayor Ron Nirenberg is seeking re-election to a fourth and final term.
—Marc Duvoisin, San Antonio Express-News, 25 Apr. 2023
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“Plugged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plugged. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
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plugged
adjective
: blocked, closed, or obstructed by or as if by a plug
a plugged lymph vessel
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