pencil in
The phrase "pencil in" is commonly used to indicate tentative plans or arrangements, suggesting they are subject to change.
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Definition
B2Scheduling
(informal)To make a tentative or provisional arrangement, subject to confirmation or change.
Example
- We've penciled in a meeting for Tuesday afternoon.
- Shall I pencil you in for Friday?
B2Writing
(general)To write or enter information lightly or temporarily, often with the intention of making it more permanent later.
Example
- She penciled in the answers on her test sheet before finalizing them with a pen.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pencil in":
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