jim up

To push or force something open with a tool.

"The old carpenter jimmed up the warped window frame so it would close properly."

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James Beard: America's First Foodie | Full Documentary | American Masters | PBS

American Masters PBS · 19:10

I called Jim up, and I said, "I have a remarkable manuscript,

James Beard: America's First Foodie | Full Documentary | American Masters | PBS

American Masters PBS · 32:51

And I couldn't think of a name for the restaurant at all, so I called Jim up.

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