ichidan verb, transitive verb
Physical action of pulling something or someone into a place, often with force or effort.
彼は犬を部屋に引き入れた。
He pulled the dog into the room.
漁師は網を船に引き
The fisherman hauled the net into the boat.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
lure in; entice in; win over
Figurative use: to attract, entice, or persuade someone to join a group, scheme, or place. Sense 3 (win over) is a natural extension of luring inside.
彼は甘い言葉で彼女を仲間に引き入れた。
He lured her into the group with sweet words.
新入生をクラブに引き入れるのは大変だ。
It's tough to entice new students into the club.