as in to trap
to place in conflict or difficulties
we were bogged down by the endless changes, and of course finished late
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In plays that feature women protagonists, the experience of feeling trapped is a recurring theme, whether characters are hemmed in by marriage, motherhood, gender roles, race, economic status or any number of societal norms.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026 -
Vlad returns to find the protagonist and John trapped in the burning cabin and pulls them out.—
Meg Walters,
Glamour,
9 Mar. 2026
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The two will be twisted and tangled for all time — plenty of T-shirts commemorate the catch — with the Series secured in Pages’ glove.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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If travel plans or deliveries get tangled, confirm details ASAP, before problems get any bigger.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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In a salad or slaw; air-fried or stir-fried; brined or broiled—count me in for a serving.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Mar. 2026
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This lightened up, but just as delicious, casserole version of chicken Parmesan gets a crunchy finish thanks to panko breadcrumbs that are broiled until brown.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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Soon after, classics became increasingly embroiled in America’s culture wars.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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The program’s fate has since remained embroiled in litigation.—
Andrea Castillo,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Bog (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bog%20%28down%29. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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