PLUGGED (AWAY) Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

plugged (away)

verb

Definition of plugged (away)

past tense of plug (away)

as in pegged (away)

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Devers hit a three-run home run in the second inning, Drew Gilbert hit a pair of rally-sparking doubles, and five Giants relievers carried on the momentum that Whisenhunt appeared to be building before his elbow lit up.

— Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
When reporters shouted questions about the bombshell conversation, the future king at the time simply chuckled, remained silent and carried on walking.

— Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026

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Caglianone represented the tying run but grounded out on the first pitch against Blue Jays closer Louis Varland.

— Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2026
Transportation was also the leading cause of fatal injuries among truck drivers, fishing and hunting workers, refuse collectors and grounds maintenance workers.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

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The 33-year-old right-hander has not pitched in the major leagues since shortly before undergoing Tommy John surgery in October 2024.

— Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Schmidt, who hasn’t pitched in a big league game since July 3 of last year, can’t wait to face stiffer competition out of the Yankees’ bullpen before the season ends.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026

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