Pinch in

verb

To help someone, especially in a difficult situation.

I was running out of time to prepare for the party, so Mike pinched in to set up the food.
Visual representation of "pinch in" - To help someone, especially in a difficult situation

Often appears as...

  • pinch in to help
  • pinch in and do something
verb

To make something narrower or tighter in a particular place.

I had to pinch in the waist of the dress because it was too loose.
Visual representation of "pinch in" - To make something narrower or tighter in a particular place

Often appears as...

  • pinch in the waist
  • pinch in the shirt
verb

To help someone, especially in a difficult situation.

I was running out of time to prepare for the party, so Mike pinched in to set up the food.
Visual representation of "pinch in" - To help someone, especially in a difficult situation

Often appears as...

  • pinch in to help
  • pinch in and do something
verb

To make something narrower or tighter in a particular place.

I had to pinch in the waist of the dress because it was too loose.
Visual representation of "pinch in" - To make something narrower or tighter in a particular place

Often appears as...

  • pinch in the waist
  • pinch in the shirt
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "pinch in"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emergent Help

Use 'pinch in' when someone unexpectedly offers assistance during an urgent situation.

Illustration for Emergent Help
I was overwhelmed with the work, but luckily Sarah pinched in.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Casual Tone

'Pinch in' suggests a friendly, informal act of helping, not a formal obligation or duty.

Illustration for Casual Tone
When everyone was busy, Jenna casually pinched in to organize the documents.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Temporary Aid

'Pinch in' often implies short-term or one-time assistance, not ongoing support.

Illustration for Temporary Aid
The tree fell on the line, and the neighbors pinched in to clear the road.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emergent Help

Use 'pinch in' when someone unexpectedly offers assistance during an urgent situation.

Illustration for Emergent Help
I was overwhelmed with the work, but luckily Sarah pinched in.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Casual Tone

'Pinch in' suggests a friendly, informal act of helping, not a formal obligation or duty.

Illustration for Casual Tone
When everyone was busy, Jenna casually pinched in to organize the documents.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Temporary Aid

'Pinch in' often implies short-term or one-time assistance, not ongoing support.

Illustration for Temporary Aid
The tree fell on the line, and the neighbors pinched in to clear the road.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emergent Help

Use 'pinch in' when someone unexpectedly offers assistance during an urgent situation.

Illustration for Emergent Help
I was overwhelmed with the work, but luckily Sarah pinched in.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Casual Tone

'Pinch in' suggests a friendly, informal act of helping, not a formal obligation or duty.

Illustration for Casual Tone
When everyone was busy, Jenna casually pinched in to organize the documents.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Temporary Aid

'Pinch in' often implies short-term or one-time assistance, not ongoing support.

Illustration for Temporary Aid
The tree fell on the line, and the neighbors pinched in to clear the road.
Visual representation of the word "Pinch in"

Never forget "Pinch in"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google PlayGet it from MicrosoftGet it on AppGallery
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension
Back to top