Search
to entangle
01
to interweave or twist into a complex and confusing mass, making separation or unraveling difficult
Intransitive
Example
In the dense forest, tree roots often entangle, creating natural obstacles for hikers and explorers.
As the climbers descended, their ropes accidentally entangled, requiring careful maneuvering to untangle the knots.
The magician skillfully manipulated scarves, causing them to entangle and then magically unravel.
02
to trap or ensnare something, causing it to become twisted, caught, or intertwined
Transitive: to entangle sb/sth | to entangle sb/sth in sth
Example
The hiker accidentally entangled their backpack in the thorny bushes while navigating through the dense forest.
The cat playfully leaped into a pile of yarn, only to become entangled in the threads.
The spider expert observed the intricate web, noting how its strands intricately entangle unsuspecting insects.
03
to become involved in a complicated or difficult situation
Transitive: to entangle sb in a difficult situation
Example
Careless financial decisions can entangle individuals in debt.
The rival gang sought to entangle their competitors in a turf war.
The detective uncovered a plot to entangle the innocent witness in a web of false accusations.
Example
In the dense forest, tree roots often entangle, creating natural obstacles for hikers and explorers.
As the climbers descended, their ropes accidentally entangled, requiring careful maneuvering to untangle the knots.
The magician skillfully manipulated scarves, causing them to entangle and then magically unravel.
The vines grew rapidly and began to entangle, forming a dense, impenetrable thicket in the garden.
Nearby Words
