Pencil in Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Temporarily Unsure Use 'pencil in' to show the plan is not final and can change. Let's pencil in lunch at 1 PM, but I'll confirm in the morning. Pro Tip 2/3Casual Context 'Pencil in' is casual, more common in friendly or less formal business settings. We've penciled in a casual chat for Friday afternoon. Pro Tip 3/3Future Plans Use it for future events that you're planning but haven't fully committed to yet. I have penciled in a trip next month, still looking for deals.