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Box In (Verb)

Meaning

Enclose or confine as if in a box.

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

  • The alley was box_in between two large buildings that cast long shadows over it.
  • She felt box_in by her colleagues, who wouldn't let her express her opinions during meetings.
  • The fog began to box_in the city, making it difficult for people to see more than a few feet in front of them.
  • He was afraid that his emotions would box_in him, making it impossible for him to think clearly.
  • The tight deadlines and lack of resources seemed to box_in the team's ability to work creatively.

Synonyms

  • Box Up

Hypernyms

  • Hold In
  • Confine
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