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squirreling

/ˈskwɜːr.lɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does squirreling mean?

verb

to hoard or accumulate something, especially food, in a secretive or furtive manner.

Example

"She was accused of squirreling away snacks in her desk drawer."

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