strap in

verb

strapped in; strapping in; straps in
: to fasten a seat belt around (someone)
She strapped the children in and drove away.

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The Line is a real-life kitchen rollercoaster that the viewer will want to be strapped in for. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 28 July 2026 This secretly spacious model features an adjustable strap in a choice of colors and patterns. Jessica Benavides Canepa, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026 Hollywood Fashion Secrets Bra Converting Clips The Hollywood Fashion Secrets Bra Converting Clips are lightweight, palm-sized plastic discs that secure ordinary bra straps in a cross-back shape. Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 9 July 2026 Go for a neutral style with minimalist straps in black, white, or shades of brown for maximum versatility. Minty Mellon, Vogue, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for strap in

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“Strap in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strap%20in. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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