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Tinanam0102 Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

The word "squoosh"

Hi teachers,

Is it the word, informal, to ask someone in a seat to move slightly so you can sit next to it?

In a normal conversation, how can I ask this question?

Thanks

Tinanam
  

Top answer

"squoosh" is an informal alteration of "squash". To me, it seems jokey, playful or childish, and not quite a "proper word". I'm not sure of its status in American English.

— Mr Wordy

  • "squoosh" is an informal alteration of "squash".
  • To me, it seems jokey, playful or childish, and not quite a "proper word".
  • I'm not sure of its status in American English.
  • " (if you're sharing a seat).
  • " (if you're sitting on separate, movable chairs).
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"squoosh" is an informal alteration of "squash". To me, it seems jokey, playful or childish, and not quite a "proper word". I'm not sure of its status in American English.

You could say:

"Excuse me, could you squash up / move up a little please, so that I can sit down?" (if you're sharing a seat).

"Excuse me, could you move your chair a little please, so that I can sque
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To me, "squoosh" sounds like a variation of "scooch" (AmE):
http://www.yourdictionary.com/scooch
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Dear Mr. Wordy and Yankee,

Thank you for your examples and explanations. They are very helpful.

Regards,

Tinanam
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