be drawn into a web

Frequency: 6.05.5 per million words

To become involved in a complicated or dangerous situation, often against your will.

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Examples (10)

  • More and more people were drawn into his web of deceit.
  • She tried to avoid the office politics, but eventually, she was drawn into a web of rivalries.
  • The small nation found itself drawn into a web of international espionage.
  • He didn't realize how deeply he would be drawn into a web of lies and betrayal.
  • Many innocent citizens were drawn into the web of the scandal.
  • Despite her efforts, she was gradually drawn into a web of financial difficulties.
  • The detective feared he was being drawn into a web of conspiracy.
  • Once you get drawn into this web of illegal activities, it's hard to escape.
  • The company was drawn into a complex web of lawsuits.
  • They warned him not to be drawn into the web of their family feuds.