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to finish or rank in a specific position in a competition, typically indicated by a numerical ranking such as first, second, etc.

Despite facing tough competition, she trained hard and managed to come in first in the swimming race.

to make a temporary appointment or arrangement that can be changed later

I've penciled in a few potential dates for our workshop, but I'll double-check with everyone before finalizing.

to deliver something to a specific destination or recipient

They decided to send in their application forms by mail.

to occur at the same time with another thing such as an event

The charity event is planned to tie in with the national awareness campaign.

to firmly trust in the goodness or value of something

We should all believe in the power of kindness to make the world a better place.

to trust someone with personal and private information

After the breakup, she needed someone to confide in, so she turned to her closest friend.

to interrupt someone's conversation

Despite the serious discussion, he couldn't resist the urge to cut in with a lighthearted comment.

to agree to something, such as an idea, suggestion, etc.

Sarah decided to fall in with her friend's proposal to start a book club.

to allow someone to be part of a secret or to share information that was previously unknown to them

Can you let me in on the secret?I promise I won't tell anyone else.

to convince someone to take part in a situation, project, or task

She managed to rope in several friends to help with the charity event.

(of law enforcers) to arrest someone and take them to the police station

The officers brought the captured suspect in during the early hours.

to make the most of an opportunity for personal gain

The actor attempted to cash in on his recent movie success.

to earn a lot of money or resources through successful efforts or actions

Their successful business venture allowed them to rake in significant profits.

to introduce something in stages over time

We'll phase in the updated training program over the next six months to make the transition smoother for everyone.

to add something to a situation or context

Let's throw some humor in to lighten the mood.

to capture attention or interest often through physical appeal or psychological influence

The mysterious aura of the performer drew in the audience, creating a spellbinding experience.

to attract or draw someone or something toward oneself, often due to charisma, influence, or distinct qualities

The new amusement park pulled in thousands of visitors on its opening day.

to enjoy something deeply

Standing on the mountaintop, they drank in the breathtaking panoramic view.

to have a meal at home, in contrast to eating at a restaurant or ordering takeout

After a long day at work, she preferred to eat in and enjoy a homemade dinner.

to stay in bed longer than usual in the morning

I'm going to lie in on the weekends since I've been working so hard lately.

to eat eagerly and in large amounts

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

to celebrate a special occasion, often a new year, by some form of special activity

We'll ring in the New Year with a spectacular fireworks display.

to stay in bed and sleep for a longer period than one typically would, especially in the morning

I like to sleep in on weekends and enjoy a leisurely morning.

to input data or information into a system or device

The computer program can read in data from various file formats.

to enter information using a keyboard, typically on a computer or electronic device

She quickly keyed in her username and password to access the computer.

to enter information using a keyboard or other input device on a computer or other electronic devices

The cashier typed in the product codes to process the sale.

to write to an organization or a broadcasting company in order to express one's opinions or to ask for information

Many citizens wrote in expressing their dissatisfaction with the new law.

to secretly listen to a conversation without the knowledge or consent of the participants

The gossip columnist listened in on the phone conversation, hoping to scoop the latest news.

to adjust the lens of a camera in a way that makes the person or thing being filmed or photographed appear closer or larger

The nature photographer zoomed in on the butterfly resting on the flower.

to forcibly fit or squeeze a significant amount of work or activity into a limited timeframe

With only a few minutes to spare, he tried to cram in a phone call to his parents.

to do a lot in a short amount of time

We packed in three meetings, two site visits, and a dinner in one day.

to successfully fit something into a confined or crowded space

The chef skillfully squashed in all the ingredients into the small mixing bowl.

to have something as the only or most important element or feature

The success of the project consisted in effective collaboration among team members.

to cause something to occur

His reckless driving resulted in a serious accident.

to improve and increase the clarity of an image or movie

The graphic designer suggested fading in the company logo at the beginning of the video to make a subtle and professional impact.

to gradually understand a concept, often accompanied by an emotional response

The impact of the tragedy slowly sank in as the community mourned.

to comprehend something

Take the details in carefully; they are crucial for the task.

to enter a place and accidentally discover someone in a private moment or activity

We accidentally walked in on the confidential meeting; the door was left open.

to forcefully open or break through something, often a door or barrier

The firefighters had to kick in the door to rescue the trapped residents.

to occur, often referring to something unwelcome

Despair seems to have set in among the team.