tuck in

phrasal verb

tucked in; tucking in; tucks in

: to make (someone, such as a child) secure in bed by tucking the edges of sheets, blankets, etc. under the mattress

Examples of tuck in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And with the little details like zippered cuffs and a gel-grip interior waistband to keep your shirt tucked in, Macade has made a strong statement in favor of pants over skorts. —Red Fabbri, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2024

Create pockets between the front ribs and tuck in tissue paper to support a crafts-store bird's nest, blown-out dyed Easter eggs, fresh flowers, and greenery, such as ferns and moss. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2024

In addition to having native plants in your surrounding gardens, which will attract all the beneficial pollinators and birds who love to peck at caterpillars, try tucking in a few other edibles to protect plants and doubling your harvest diversity. —Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 21 May 2024

Reese couldn’t get her elbow all the way tucked in. —Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 15 Apr. 2024

Wear the flattering top tucked in with skirts or un-tucked with jeans. —Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 14 May 2024

Manhattan Toy Snuggle Pod Bug First Baby Doll $24 Babies will love to snuggle and cuddle their first doll, while toddlers will enjoy tucking in, toting along, and nurturing their baby. —Maya Polton, Parents, 11 May 2024

West picked it up and tucked in a shot off the post. —Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2024

These filters are tucked in the hood above your stove or cooktop and their job is to vent out smells while collecting grease and grime. —USA TODAY, 23 Apr. 2024