become stuck

Frequency: 6.58.2 per million words

To enter a state of being unable to move, often gradually.

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  • The wheel could easily become stuck in the thick mud.
  • As the snow fell, many vehicles began to become stuck on the highway.
  • The zipper might become stuck if you pull it too hard.
  • The elevator can become stuck between floors during a power outage.
  • Small food particles often become stuck between your teeth.
  • The ring had become stuck on her finger due to the swelling.
  • If the paper is damp, it will likely become stuck in the printer.
  • The boat tended to become stuck in the shallow parts of the river.
  • The key had become stuck in the lock and wouldn't turn.
  • Without proper maintenance, the mechanical parts may become stuck.