
Tamp
Gentle Force
Use 'tamp' for gentle, careful pressing, not harsh, violent movements.

She tamped the soil gently to avoid damaging the roots.
Level Surface
'Tamp' often implies making a surface level or evenly compressed.

After seeding, gently tamp the ground to create a level surface.
Finishing Touch
In many activities, 'tamping' is a final step to settle or secure something.

After filling the hole, he tamped it to secure the post.
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