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

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

Wear it with almost any pair of shorts, midi skirt, or pants, and tucked in, unbuttoned, or even tied in front to change any look — making multiple outfits with just a slight tweak. —Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2024

Brace your core and keep your elbows tucked in close to the sides of your torso. —Christa Sgobba, SELF, 2 Apr. 2024

When Drake flies in to Miami on his giant, blue private jet, we’re used to seeing the superstar tuck in to fancy places like Prime 112. —Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024

The home is tucked in a private spot at the end of a small lane. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2024