Use 'in tow' to imply someone is closely following another, often without helping.

Close Proximity

'In tow' can suggest someone being guided or influenced by another person.

Under Influence

Sometimes, 'in tow' is used figuratively to describe non-physical following.

Used to indicate something is physically linked and being pulled by another.

Emphasizes control over an object, with one thing directing the movement of another.

'In tow' can suggest difficulty in the action of pulling or guiding something.