Entangles

To cause something to become twisted together with something else, making it difficult to separate; to involve someone or something in a complicated or difficult situation; to catch or ensnare physically or metaphorically. The term suggests a binding or confining effect, often with negative connotations of constraint, confusion, or entrapment. This implies a loss of freedom or clarity, whether it's a physical knot, a complicated plot, or emotional commitments that limit options. It can describe literal tangling like yarn, or figurative webs of deceit, or complex situations where something or someone has limited options.

Entangles meaning with examples

• The fisherman accidentally entangles his fishing line in an underwater reef, desperately trying to free it without breaking it. He worries about losing his valuable gear, the line's damage, and a potential for the line to further snag the precious reef ecosystem.
• The political scandal entangles several high-ranking officials, jeopardizing their careers and reputations. The fallout leads to investigations, accusations, and a general atmosphere of distrust within the governing body, hindering their ability to enact policy effectively. Everyone involved has to weather scrutiny.
• Her deep grief entangles her thoughts, making it hard for her to focus on practical tasks. The pervasive sadness creates a mental fog, leading to procrastination and an inability to engage meaningfully with her surroundings and relationships.
• The artist found that the wire, by design, would entangles to create a web-like structure, creating a beautiful sculpture. He used that as a foundation to show the viewer and to give the feeling of being stuck in something beautiful. The sculpture represents feeling of being trapped in beauty.