How to Use reel in in a Sentence

reel in

verb
  • The fellows below me reel in their lines and get out of the way.
    — Ralph Tuttle, Outdoor Life, 25 June 2026
  • Argentina has a new plan to reel in wealthy people around the globe.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
  • But the money reeled in from that increase may be more telling of its success.
    — Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
  • Whataburger is reeling in hungry fans once again.
    — Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • If Chisholm wants to bet on himself to reel in a huge deal, well, there’s a blueprint.
    — Tim Britton, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Stolz kept figuring someone else would try to reel in the leaders.
    — CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Many even offer cook-your-catch options after a day of reeling in your fresh catch.
    — Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Braun reeled in a defensive rebound.
    — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026
  • But, of course, there’s a massive catch to the player the Niners just reeled in.
    — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Arends reeled in a 23-yard pass from Glenn to cap an 11-play, 65-yard drive.
    — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • After all, returning to a calm backdrop every day can help reel in the chaos of busy routines.
    — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 22 June 2026
  • The latest novelty piece reeling in the fashion set?
    — Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 25 May 2026
  • The new trailer shows that everyone will be reeling in the aftermath.
    — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
  • But once again, the peloton showed how collective power can reel in even the sport’s greatest engines.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 26 July 2026
  • Another snap saw him in action, attempting to reel in something good.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
  • And Coleman reeled in a 4-pound bass from the lake’s depths, long enough to touch from his fingertip to his bicep.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2026
  • Mahomes threw a perfect pass, which Holiday reeled in just inside the back left pylon for a score.
    — Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
  • But now, celebrity endorsements and wide distribution are not enough to reel in customers.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 7 May 2026
  • The prime minister has feebly tried to make his own reels in response, but that failed to stem the tide of public irreverence.
    — Pratap Bhanu Mehta, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Odafe Oweh scored 35 points while reeling in eight rebounds and dishing seven assists.
    — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
  • Soon, remakes, videos, and even an impersonator account were reeling in hundreds of thousands of views.
    — Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Tantashev, shamefully, was reeled in too, and ended up booking Olise.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 5 July 2026
  • Multiple anglers reeled in yellowfin tuna, which were visible through the clear water flitting back and forth near the boat.
    — Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Casual‑dining chains have consistently faced pressure from high labor costs and rent increases as many consumers reel in spending.
    — Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Texas reeled in seven offensive starters from other FBS programs and four more on defense.
    — Manny Navarro, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Halfway Towing and Repair out of Baker City helped reel in the car back to the roadway.
    — Kevin Fixler july 8, Idaho Statesman, 8 July 2026
  • New Stanford wants to reel in viewers with the notoriety of the original study and the promise that hot buttons will be pushed.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Prizes were awarded in numerous categories including largest and smallest fish caught, as well as the greatest number of fish reeled in.
    — David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
  • So reel in the manspreading thing a bit, Timothée Chalamet.
    — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
  • The marina also offers boat slips, bait and tackle, and experienced guides for visitors hoping to reel in a catch of the day.
    — Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026

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