draw in

verb5

1. •
   To attract.

   • Their concerts draw in big crowds.
   • The campfire drew in numerous unwary moths.
2. •
   To get (someone) involved.

   • They drew in the quiet boy who hadn't wanted to participate.
3. •
   To become dark earlier as a result of seasonal change.

   • It's that time of year again when the evenings really start to draw in.
4. •
   To reduce or contract; to become shorter.
5. •
   To approach.

   • They saw that the night was quickly drawing in, so they pitched their tent.