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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Finishing touch: The secret to ensuring this corn comes out juicy and roasted to perfection is sealing in all the flavor and juices using aluminum foil.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025
Unlike traditional moisturizers, peptides’ hydrating effect doesn’t come from sealing in moisture.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2025
This key ingredient seals in moisture and contains antioxidants to boost color vibrancy, shine, and softness.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Mar. 2025
Charges against Pang were filed under seal in 2022, the Chicago Tribune reported.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2025
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025
Unlike traditional moisturizers, peptides’ hydrating effect doesn’t come from sealing in moisture.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2025
This key ingredient seals in moisture and contains antioxidants to boost color vibrancy, shine, and softness.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Mar. 2025
Charges against Pang were filed under seal in 2022, the Chicago Tribune reported.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for seal in
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“Seal in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seal%20in. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
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