embroil
verb
em·broil
im-ˈbrȯi(-ə)l 
embroiled; embroiling; embroils
1
: to throw into disorder or confusion
2
: to involve in conflict or difficulties
embroiled in controversy
Synonyms of embroil
Examples of embroil in a Sentence
His stand on this issue has embroiled him in controversy.
The new drug has been embroiled in controversy.
They were embroiled in a complicated lawsuit.
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Ed Meza, Variety, 17 June 2026
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—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 16 June 2026
West joined the hit reality series in 2024, but this year has catapulted him to a new level of stardom when he became embroiled in a relationship scandal with co-star Amanda Batula.
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Alongside that, South Africa’s police force has been embroiled in scandal, accused of corruption and collusion with criminal syndicates.
—Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
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Ed Meza, Variety, 17 June 2026
Currently Red Bull’s global head of soccer, the 58-year-old has been embroiled in an argument with Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann, drawn the anger of a trio of high-profile internationals and become a meme.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 16 June 2026
West joined the hit reality series in 2024, but this year has catapulted him to a new level of stardom when he became embroiled in a relationship scandal with co-star Amanda Batula.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026
Alongside that, South Africa’s police force has been embroiled in scandal, accused of corruption and collusion with criminal syndicates.
—Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for embroil
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“Embroil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/embroil. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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embroil
verb
em·broil
im-ˈbrȯi(ə)l
1
: to throw into disorder or confusion
2
: to involve in conflict or difficulties
embroiled in a lawsuit
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