Background for entangling

entangling

/ɪnˈtæŋɡlɪŋ/ /ɛnˈtæŋɡlɪŋ/

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verb

To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated

Examples :

"The dolphins became entangled in a fishing net."

action process nature

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verb

To involve in such complications as to render extrication difficult

Examples :

"The puppy kept entangling himself in the Christmas lights, making it hard to get him out. "

action process situation

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verb

Examples :

"The complicated instructions were entangling the student, making it hard to complete the project. "

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verb

To involve in difficulties or embarrassments; to embarrass, puzzle, or distract by adverse or perplexing circumstances, interests, demands, etc.; to hamper; to bewilder.

Examples :

"The company's confusing new policies are entangling the employees in paperwork and slowing down their work. "

situation action mind

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noun

Examples :

"The entangling of the Christmas tree lights took hours to undo. "