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embroiled

[em-broild] / ɛmˈbrɔɪld /


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It had been nearing a close when it, too, became embroiled in controversy.

From Barron's Aug. 20, 2026

Later, they became involved with a label that was embroiled in a lawsuit, which proved to be yet another dead-end.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

The two chains have been embroiled in a long running legal battle over the right to use brand terms including "Mac".

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

The U.S. and Iran are currently embroiled in peace talks as both countries try to find enough common ground to permanently end the war.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

Everyone seems to know everyone else, embroiled in conversations that are impossible to join.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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