trapped

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Tankers that make it through the blockade can still be loaded, even if they remain trapped in the Gulf, stretching Iran’s tank-tops deadline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

But Bogle, who died in 2019, didn’t foresee the pandemic or lockdown, which trapped millions at home with spare cash and easy market access through no-fee online apps.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Double-digit raises have been promised to union workers by a school system that for months has proclaimed that it is in dire financial straits, trapped in deficit spending and facing potential insolvency in four years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

However, Stanley was eventually trapped lbw by Muhammad Abbas for five and Harris was caught behind for 66 off Aitchison when trying to manufacture a single.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Akira and Dodger were trapped in the bald, but safe.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz