wedge in

Cram into place

To wedge in is to force something into a tight space, or to squeeze yourself into a crowded area: She wedged in between two passengers on the bench.

It can also mean inserting something where it barely fits, whether physically or figuratively: He managed to wedge in a quick meeting before lunch.

Related

force · force in · insert · push · crowd · stuff · pack · tight · tight squeeze · press · fit · fit in · slot · slot in · edge · edge in · muscle · muscle in

Opposites
insertion vs. removal

wedge inpull out

To withdraw or leave

remove · extract · slide out · take out · dislodge

fitting tightly vs. loosening

wedge inloosen

Reduce tension or grip

free · release · unstick · dislodge · come loose

compression vs. expansion of space

wedge inspread out

Extended over distance

clear out · make room · open up · thin out · disperse

Family

wedge, wedges, wedged, wedging

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G