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ensnare

[en-snair] / ɛnˈsnɛər /


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If you heed our words, you will avoid the pitfalls that ensnare many others.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

"Jeffrey had a habit of trying to ensnare people into his delusional world," she added.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

The law is so broad and vague that it could ensnare anyone who maintains databases such as Mr. Webb’s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025

It seeks to ensnare these migrants in a Kafkaesque trap from which there may be no lawful escape.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2025

I grasp wildly with my left until I ensnare the other side.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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