hunker in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Definition
HUNKER (verb): To settle in a specific place, often for shelter or to avoid attention, typically in a crouched or low position.
Crossword clues for hunker
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "hunker".
- Crouch down low for shelter from the storm.
- Sit quietly and wait for trouble to pass.
- Bend low to hide from prying eyes.
- Settle down in a low position for safety.
- Get low to the ground during a threat.
Hunker sentence examples
- The campers decided to hunker down in their tents as the storm rolled in.
- During the meeting, she chose to hunker in the corner and observe rather than participate.
- As the winds picked up, the dog instinctively hunkered close to its owner for comfort.
- In the face of adversity, the team needed to hunker together and focus on their goal.
- He hunkered over his laptop, determined to finish the project before the deadline.