eke

v. To add a little bit more to something, making it better or bigger.; To make something last by using it carefully and not too much.

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verb

To add a little bit more to something, making it better or bigger.

She eked out a victory by scoring the winning goal.

To make something last by using it carefully and not too much.

They had to eke out their savings to cover the bills.

To add a little bit more to something, making it better or bigger.; To make something last by using it carefully and not too much.

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