bogging (down)

present participle of bog (down)
as in trapping
to place in conflict or difficulties we were bogged down by the endless changes, and of course finished late

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  • Besides being exceedingly difficult, if not impossible, to remove, paint can also damage brick by trapping moisture within the wall assembly leading to flaking paint and possible structural damage to the building.
    Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Exploring nutrient-dense affordable staple foods can also help nourish your brain and body to support your health goals without breaking the bank or trapping you in meal prep prison for hours at a time.
    Jess Cording, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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  • The sides had been tangling over the evidence since March, when the judge held a Frye hearing to determine whether the new type of DNA testing should be admissible.
    Michael Ruiz , Jennifer Johnson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
  • The large brush roll resists tangling hair and pet fur, which eliminates the need to stop and pull items off the brush—and also eliminates a clogged pipe.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
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  • For a more relaxed evening, my preferred way to prep is by simply baking them until crispy and broiling a little Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on top, which takes about 20 minutes total.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
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“Bogging (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bogging%20%28down%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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