bog (down)

as in to trap
to place in conflict or difficulties we were bogged down by the endless changes, and of course finished late

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Verb
  • On issue after issue — guns, property taxes, transgender rights — Republicans will try to trap Jolly, forcing him to play identity politics, likely a losing proposition.
    Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 7 June 2025
  • If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 June 2025
Verb
  • In June, Emily’s legs were tangled between Gen’s in the flatbed of Gen’s pick-up truck, the metal hot beneath her skin.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 June 2025
  • The homeowner's Stars and Stripes, which was fluttering on the flagpole beside the entrance, was tangled.
    Ronnie Li, USA Today, 5 June 2025
Verb
  • Toss with some of the reduced basting juices, and then grill or broil at high heat until the meat begins to crisp and caramelize.
    Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 28 May 2025
  • The Lodge Dutch oven features a bright color and can be used to broil, braise, bake, or roast in an oven at up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit or to sauté, fry, or simmer on any stovetop.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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  • Still, some Republicans worry the new tax risks embroiling the US into a tit-for-tat tax war that causes blowback for companies trying to invest domestically.
    Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 4 June 2025
  • Deel is profitable and growing but embroiled in a legal battle: Competitor Rippling sued in March, alleging that Deel orchestrated a months-long spy operation.
    Sylvan Lebrun, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
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“Bog (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bog%20%28down%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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