in tow

phrase

1

: accompanying or following usually as an attending or dependent party

not easy shopping with kids in tow

2

: under guidance or protection

taken in tow by a friendly native

Examples of in tow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After years spent in California, the couple moved back to the UK in late August, with children Archie and Lilibet in tow. — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 3 Oct. 2026

His favorite spot, where the Eel River meets the Pacific Ocean, is a few miles from the main road — too far to walk with fishing poles and an ice chest in tow. — Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

Some things are simply meant to be enjoyed with a spoon or knife in tow and without asking too many questions. — Joey Skladany, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2026

Students also earn a certification in commercial roofing skills and attend several career fairs throughout the year, often with copies of their resume in tow, O’Connell said. — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for in tow

• acknow
• aglow
• ago
• airglow
• aloe
• altho
• although
• ammo
• backflow
• backhoe
• banjo
• barbeau