Skip to main content

One post tagged with "attract"

View All Tags

Phrasal Verb - Reeling In

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

Image illustrating the verb Reeling In

Image uploaded to Pixabay by Kranich17

.

Definition

To attract or draw someone or something towards oneself, often through persuasive or manipulative means. This phrasal verb can also be used in the context of fishing, meaning to catch a fish by reeling in the line.

Examples

No.Example
1He was able to reel in the investor with his persuasive pitch.
2She tried to reel in her sister with kind words after their argument.
3The fisherman reeled in a huge tuna that weighed over 200 pounds.
4The politician's controversial statements failed to reel in the voters.
5The salesman used flattery to reel in the customer.
6The teacher reeled in the class with an engaging story.
7The comedian reeled in the audience with his witty jokes.
8The fisherman spent hours reeling in the catch of the day.
9The detective reeled in the suspect with a clever ruse.
10The coach reeled in the team with a motivational speech.