trap

Example Sentences

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One day a mishap while shooting a stunt that relies on DeMarr’s power for a movie leaves the fictional version of Gad trapped inside him.

From Los Angeles Times

An Australian woman has died after becoming trapped in a ski lift at a resort in central Japan, officials have said.

From BBC

An optical cavity works by trapping light between two or more reflective surfaces, causing it to bounce back and forth.

From Science Daily

Wild birds are being caught and injured in glue-type traps set for rodents, an Irish wildlife group has warned.

From BBC

Those trapped south of the border won’t be able to get to their nursery grounds, while those to the north will be cut off from their hydration spot.

From Los Angeles Times