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Definition sandwich in American English

sandwich verb

verb
/ˈsæn(d)wɪtʃ/
1

to have a layer of a different substance on either side

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2

to be in a small or tight space between two people or things that are larger

Example

The tiny kingdom was sandwiched between Austria and Czechoslovakia.

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3

to face a difficult choice between two duties or responsibilities

Example

Many women are sandwiched between the needs of children and parents.

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Definition sandwich in American English