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to hem in
[phrase form: hem]
01
rodear, circundar
to encircle someone or something in a way that restricts their movement or choices
Transitive: to hem in sb/sth
Ejemplos
The construction site was hemmed in by tall fences for safety.
El sitio de construcción estaba rodeado por vallas altas por seguridad.
The rocky terrain hemmed in the explorers, making progress difficult.
El terreno rocoso rodeaba a los exploradores, dificultando el progreso.
02
acorralar, rodear
to restrict someone by enclosing them in a way that limits their movement or freedom
Transitive: to hem in sb
Ejemplos
The soldiers hemmed in the enemy, cutting off all possible escape routes.
Los soldados rodearon al enemigo, cortando todas las posibles rutas de escape.
The protesters were hemmed in by the police barriers on all sides.
Los manifestantes fueron acorralados por las barreras policiales por todos lados.
