Interacting, Collaborating, or Trying (In)

to invite someone to enter a place, often a room, office, house, etc.

The supervisor asked the interns in for a brief orientation.

to put all one's attention into one thing

The scientist buried himself in research to find a breakthrough.

to interrupt a conversation

It's important not to butt in when someone is sharing a personal story.

to add one's share of money, support, or guidance

Family members chipped in to pay for the surprise party.

to concentrate and direct all one's effort, attention, and focus toward achieving a particular goal

Recognizing the importance of the project, she decided to dial in and focus on its successful completion.

to visit a place or someone without a prior arrangement, often casually and briefly

If you're in the area, feel free to drop in for a cup of tea.

to develop a positive relationship or connection with someone or a group, typically to gain their approval, favor, or influence

He wanted to get in with the senior executives to advance his career.

to surrender to someone's demands, wishes, or desires, often after a period of resistance

After a long negotiation, they finally gave in to the demands of the opposing party.

to form a partnership or collaboration with someone or a group for a common purpose

The artists are looking to go in with a gallery for their upcoming exhibition.

to ask someone to come inside and join one at a particular place, typically one's home

It was a cold evening, so she invited the delivery person in to warm up before heading back out.

to maintain a positive relationship or connection with someone, often for personal gain or advantage

He always tries to keep in with the boss to secure promotions.

to make a brief stop or visit to someone or somewhere, particularly to check on them

She is looking in on her friend who is recovering from surgery.

to eat eagerly and in large amounts

As soon as the buffet was opened, guests started to pitch in.

to make a short, usually unplanned, visit to a place or person

I'll pop in for a coffee later if you're free.

to interrupt someone to say something

He constantly puts in with jokes, even when the conversation is serious.

to greet someone into a place

The host saw us in with a warm smile when we arrived at the party.

to assist someone to become accustomed to a new environment

As the designated mentor, Sarah took it upon herself to settle the new employee in.

to guide someone to the designated room or space

She showed the client in and offered them a comfortable seat.

to act as a substitute for someone or something

When the lead actor fell ill, a colleague had to stand in for the important scene.