1 B2 formal
To identify and select candidates, applicants, or patients who meet required criteria during a screening process.
"The clinic screens in patients who show specific risk factors for further diagnostic testing."
separable
screen in
B2 formal separable transitive
To select or include people or items after an evaluation or screening process.
In plain English
To choose or allow people or things in after checking that they meet the right requirements.
What does "screen in" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To screen (evaluate) someone in (to the selected group).
Actually means
To choose or allow people or things in after checking that they meet the right requirements.
Usage tip
Primarily used in HR, medical, and security contexts. Less common than 'screen out'. Often refers to applicants, candidates, or patients who pass an initial filter. Common in American English.
Words that pair with "screen in"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
candidates applicants patients participants callers volunteers
How to conjugate "screen in"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
screen in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
screens in
he/she/it
Past simple
screened in
yesterday
Past participle
screened in
have + pp
-ing form
screening in
continuous
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admit include pass qualify select shortlist
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