How to Use "Stuff" with Example Sentences

stuff (v): to fill something tightly

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Used with adverbs:

"The boy quickly stuffed his pockets with candy."
(quickly, frantically)

Used with prepositions:

"Mom stuffed her trunk with gifts for the kids."
(with)

"The bank robber tried to stuff the money down his pants."
(down)

"She stuffed the laundry in the bag."
(in)

Used with nouns:

"She stuffed her mouth with food."
(mouth)

"He stuffed his pockets with coins."
(pockets, stocking)

"She stuffs a turkey every Thanksgiving."
(turkey)

"He stuffed his bag with clothes."
(bag, suitcase)