trapped

Example Sentences

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"I doubt there will be a large influx of ships into the Gulf… because they do not want to risk being trapped after the two-week window closes."

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Once they are trapped, though, the men will “drop the facade.”

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

Federal Reserve is trapped between two forces moving in opposite directions.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

The two charities, Caritas‑Lebanon and L'Oeuvre d'Orient condemned the cancellation as a violation of international humanitarian law, particularly as it affected vulnerable civilians trapped in their villages.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Natalie’s thoughts flew back to her mother and Tía Beatriz, trapped in the house.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz