to hem in
[phrase form: hem]
01
囲む, 取り囲む
to encircle someone or something in a way that restricts their movement or choices
Transitive: to hem in sb/sth
例
The construction site was hemmed in by tall fences for safety.
建設現場は安全のために高い柵で囲まれていました。
02
包囲する, 追い詰める
to restrict someone by enclosing them in a way that limits their movement or freedom
Transitive: to hem in sb
例
The soldiers hemmed in the enemy, cutting off all possible escape routes.
兵士たちは敵を包囲し、すべての可能な脱出路を断った。
