embroil
verb
em·broil
im-ˈbrȯi(-ə)l 
embroiled; embroiling; embroils
1
: to throw into disorder or confusion
2
: to involve in conflict or difficulties
embroiled in controversy
Examples of embroil in a Sentence
His stand on this issue has embroiled him in controversy.
The new drug has been embroiled in controversy.
They were embroiled in a complicated lawsuit.
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John Cassillo, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Market Basket, the popular grocery store chain embroiled in a family feud, has named a new interim CEO.
—Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 16 Sep. 2025
But the actors hesitate to say that Ka’iana is embroiled in some kind of love triangle.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2025
In addition to Ruffalo, the drama show stars Ozark alum Tom Pelphrey as Robbie, a father-of-two who is embroiled in a life of crime.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 13 Sep. 2025
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embroil
verb
em·broil
im-ˈbrȯi(ə)l
1
: to throw into disorder or confusion
2
: to involve in conflict or difficulties
embroiled in a lawsuit
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