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scooch
(also scootch)

/skuːtʃ/
verb
[with object]
1 North American informal - Crouch or squat.
2 North American informal - Move in or pass through a tight or narrow space.
2.1 Move a short distance, especially while seated.

Origin
Mid 19th century origin unknown.

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Jenny and Sue scooched over to make room for Sally on the couch. They planned to gossip all night while the boys hovered around them.