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

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Small, personal attentions are dotted throughout the stay, such as tucking in a teddy, proactively repairing an earring’s closing mechanism, rejuvenating dusty trainers after a day of exploration, or bringing in canapés the guest visibly enjoyed at dinner as a mid-day snack. —

Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 They could be stashed behind bedroom doors, tucked in the back of a closet, hidden in suitcases or barricaded behind books. —

Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024 Two zippered compartments on either end segregate my dirty Birkenstocks and wet toiletry bag and bathing suit from my clothes, and there are a few internal mesh zipper pockets for tucking in your wallet and Kindle. —

Adrienne So, WIRED, 23 Oct. 2024 While many of the players tucked in, running back David Montgomery chowed down on a carrot on the side with a sheepish smile on his face. —

Ben Morse, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tuck in