cornered

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The zebra — named Sero — was eventually cornered in a narrow alley, safely tranquilised and returned to his enclosure without any injuries.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

No. But I don’t think I come at other musicians like that — like I’ve cornered the market on the right way to do something.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

A short time later Deranque was one of three nationalist activists who, having failed to get away, were cornered by the opposing group.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

After authorities cornered the mountain lion in a tight area between two apartment buildings, the operation to remove it became a spectacle, with neighbors watching from windows and balconies, the outlet reported.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

Chris’s eyes were like a cornered rat’s—wild and desperate.

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan