to hem in
[phrase form: hem]
01
包围, 围住
to encircle someone or something in a way that restricts their movement or choices
Transitive: to hem in sb/sth
例子
The rocky terrain hemmed in the explorers, making progress difficult.
岩石地形包围了探险者，使进展变得困难。
02
包围, 围困
to restrict someone by enclosing them in a way that limits their movement or freedom
Transitive: to hem in sb
例子
The protesters were hemmed in by the police barriers on all sides.
抗议者被警察的障碍物从四面八方围住了。
