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cram - To completely fill (a place or container) to the point that it appears to be overflowing.

Public garbage cans are always crammed with trash until it spills onto the street.

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wring - To squeeze and twist something.

Betty was good at wringing every cent out of every dollar she earned.

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cling - (of a person or animal) To hold on tightly to

The small child would cling to her mother to avoid getting separated from her.

verb

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huddle - To come close together in a group

After the tragedy, the family members huddled together to give emotional support and comfort to each other.