trapped

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Particles could break apart, stick together, drift toward the Sun, or become trapped in certain regions.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

A so-called "heat dome" of warm air from northern Africa trapped under a high-pressure system over western Europe is behind the high temperatures not usually seen until high summer.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Five people have been confirmed as trapped, two of whom have been able to make contact with rescue workers, according to Reuters, with more feared to be under the rubble.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

Second baseman Kaniya Bragg saved the Bruins from giving up more runs when she trapped Sierra Humphreys’ single in the clay before it could reach the grass.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

“A person can’t be trapped in a rumpel! And I’m sure Anna didn’t spin again once she left. She probably died in childbirth.”

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff