entangled in

Frequency: 8.216.0 per million words

Used to specify the situation or thing one is entangled in (e.g., a dispute, a net).

entangledADJECTIVE + PREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • The dolphin got entangled in a fishing net.
  • He became entangled in a series of legal disputes.
  • She didn't want to get entangled in their family drama.
  • Be careful not to get your feet entangled in the wires under the desk.
  • The government found itself entangled in a complex political scandal.
  • Her long hair was constantly getting entangled in her necklace.
  • Many small businesses are becoming entangled in a web of debt.
  • The project got hopelessly entangled in bureaucratic red tape.
  • He was entangled in a moral dilemma with no easy solution.
  • Once you get entangled in their lies, it's difficult to escape.