pegged down
/ˈpɛɡd ˌdaʊn/
adjective
- Fixed or secured in place with pegs, or held firmly so as not to move or change.
- The tent was pegged-down tightly to withstand the strong wind.
- The tarp over the firewood was pegged-down at all four corners.
- The pegged-down net kept the leaves from blowing into the pool.
- Figuratively, firmly established or controlled; not allowed to vary or escape.
- Her schedule was pegged-down with meetings from morning until evening.
- The exchange rate has been pegged-down to prevent inflation.
- The suspect was pegged-down by the detective's relentless questioning.
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