seal in

phrasal verb

sealed in; sealing in; seals in
: to prevent (something that is in something else) from getting out or escaping
He seared the steak to seal in the juices.

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This fluid Korean facial serum makes skin feel smooth without any stickiness left behind, all due to its weightless blend of hyaluronic acid and antioxidant panthenol, which also seals in moisture and prevents any loss throughout the day. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 4 Apr. 2025 Finally, glycerin and dimethicone help draw water into the skin and seal in moisture to address dryness. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 28 Feb. 2025 Our Honey Pineapple Upside Down Cake has some smart, sweet flourishes: a honey glaze that balances and seals in the sharp tang of the pineapple to hold it all in. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2025 Finishing touch: The secret to ensuring this corn comes out juicy and roasted to perfection is sealing in all the flavor and juices using aluminum foil. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for seal in

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“Seal in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seal%20in. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.

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