ensnared

Example Sentences

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By the time you get your bearings, you’re ensnared in its net.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

The globe-spanning scandal also ensnared Pras Michel, a rapper in rap trio the Fugees, who was found guilty of helping Low funnel money from 1MDB into US politics.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

He was one of about 200 people ensnared in Operation Catch of the Day, the overwhelming majority of whom had no criminal record.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

High-yield bonds, issued by companies with what are commonly called “junk” credit ratings, have been caught up in the same selloff that has ensnared other corporate credits this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

One rope ensnared Grigori around the chest as he lunged for me, yanking him back.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros