Difference between Tuck and Insert

What is the difference between Tuck and Insert?

Tuck as a verb is to push the end (or ends) of a fabric-based item out of sight - as in "tuck in your shirt" or "i tucked in the sheet". while Insert as a verb is to put in between or into.

Tuck

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To push the end (or ends) of a fabric-based item out of sight - as in "tuck in your shirt" or "I tucked in the sheet". To place somewhere safe or somewhat hidden To fit neatly. To curl into a ball; to fold up and hold one's legs. To sew folds.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A curled position. A fold in fabric that has been stiched in place from end to end, as to reduce the overall dimension of the fabric piece. A plastic surgery technique to remove excess skin. snack food. Derived from the expression "to tuck in to one's food" meaning "to eat up", "to guzzle".

Example sentence: I always bring an orange scarf, not just so I can wear it or tuck it into my pocket, but also so I can throw it over a lamp in the hotel room. Orange is my favourite colour, and it gives a lovely, warm ambience.

Insert

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To put in between or into.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An image inserted into text.A promotional leaflet inserted into a magazine or newspaper.

Example sentence: I just thought it was unconscionable for the Congress to insert itself into this debate. We are particularly unqualified to make that decision and to intrude ourselves into the lives of this family.

We hope you now know whether to use Tuck or Insert in your sentence.

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