strap in
Fasten your belt
To strap in is to fasten a seatbelt or harness, securing yourself or someone else for a ride: Make sure the kids are strapped in before we go.
Figuratively, it signals preparation for something intense or turbulent: Strap in, folks—this is going to be a wild ride.
- seat beltPassenger restraint strap
- beltStrap securing trousers
- fastenFix securely in position
- buckle upSecure your restraint
- buckleFrame-and-prong fastener
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