Definition of entangle
transitive verb
1a : to wrap or twist together : interweaveb : ensnare
2a : to involve in a perplexing or troublesome situation became entangled in a lawsuitb : to make complicated the story is entangled with legends
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Examples of entangle in a Sentence
in the process of taking down the Christmas tree, we managed to entangle the string of lights into a hopeless mess of wires
the young runaway gradually became entangled in a web of lies
Recent Examples of entangle from the Web
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The dispute over Magnitsky Act sanctions wound up entangling some American families who were seeking to adopt children from Russian orphanages.
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Matt Tait, a cybersecurity expert, recounts in detail Smith’s attempt to recruit him to obtain the emails, and his complete lack of concern that he might be entangled in a Russian influence campaign contrary to American interests.
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Backlashes and bird's nests entangle their steps while walking the learning curve.
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In honor of Tyga’s 27th birthday, Kylie shares two steamy shots of her and Tyga entangled on a concrete floor.
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Sometimes, a person gets entangled in addiction because of peer pressure, depression, or stress.
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Less obvious was another point of contention that would entangle the jurors during their 52 hours of deliberations — the not-so-simple meaning of words.
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Four minutes into the Seattle Reign FC’s match Saturday, many at Memorial Stadium looked confused. Reign defender Lauren Barnes raced downfield entangled with Kansas City forward Shea Groom, who was in pursuit of a breakaway goal attempt.
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But the fight against the entangling seaweed was taking its toll.
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Origin and Etymology of entangle
Middle English, from Anglo-French entangler — more at 1tangle
ENTANGLE Defined for English Language Learners
entangle
playDefinition of entangle for English Language Learners
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: to cause (something) to get caught in or twisted with something else
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: to get (someone) involved in a confusing or difficult situation
ENTANGLE Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of entangle for Students
entangled
;entangling
1 : to make tangled or confused Don't entangle the ropes.
2 : to catch in a tangle Birds were entangled in the net.
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