seal in
phrasal verb
sealed in; sealing in; seals in
: to prevent (something that is in something else) from getting out or escaping
He seared the steak to seal in the juices.
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Its formula is packed with coconut oil that seals in moisture and reinforces the hair shaft without weighing it down.
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Malia Griggs, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2025
The dough for these cookies can be prepared and stored in a disc, wrapped in plastic wrap and sealed in an airtight container for up to two days.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
Its tourmaline ceramic barrel delivers even heat distribution for faster styling with less damage, while negative ion technology helps seal in moisture and boost shine for a sleek, frizz-free finish.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025
This quarter zip also features an elastic drawstring at the bottom hem to seal in warmth, and zippered pockets that can hold all of your belongings.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2025
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Malia Griggs, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2025
The dough for these cookies can be prepared and stored in a disc, wrapped in plastic wrap and sealed in an airtight container for up to two days.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
Its tourmaline ceramic barrel delivers even heat distribution for faster styling with less damage, while negative ion technology helps seal in moisture and boost shine for a sleek, frizz-free finish.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025
This quarter zip also features an elastic drawstring at the bottom hem to seal in warmth, and zippered pockets that can hold all of your belongings.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2025
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“Seal in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seal%20in. Accessed 24 Dec. 2025.
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