HUNKER DOWN Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the phrase hunker down. (exact relations)
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	crouch				verbv
	noun • the act of bending low with the limbs close to the body verb • bend one's back forward from the waist on down • sit on one's heels
	hunker				verbv
	verb • sit on one's heels
	scrunch				verbv
	noun • a crunching noise verb • make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants • sit on one's heels • make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic
	squat				verb, nounv, n
	noun • exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles • a small worthless amount • the act of assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent and the buttocks near the heels adjective satellite • short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature • having a low center of gravity; built low to the ground verb • sit on one's heels • be close to the earth, or be disproportionately wide • occupy (a dwelling) illegally • to perform the squat weightlifting exercise
	scrunch up				verbv
	verb • sit on one's heels • make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic

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