Squeeze in

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verb

To manage to do something or see someone in a short time even though you are very busy.

She's always very busy, but she managed to squeeze in time for us.
Visual representation of "squeeze in" - To manage to do something or see someone in a short time even though you are very busy.

Often appears as...

  • squeeze in time
  • squeeze in a meeting
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Personal Effort

Implies personal effort to make room for someone or something despite limitations.

Illustration for Personal Effort
He squeezed in a coffee date though he had a flight to catch.
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Brief Duration

Indicates the activity or meeting will be brief due to time constraints.

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I can squeeze in a meeting, but it must be under 30 minutes.
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Sudden Opportunity

Often suggests a sudden opening in a schedule allowed the action.

Illustration for Sudden Opportunity
A cancellation means I can squeeze you in for an appointment.
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