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Caught In

Definition

Caught in is a phrasal verb that describes the act of becoming entangled or trapped in a situation or problem.

Senses

Sense 1: Trapped or entangled in a physical situation

Sample Sentence: The cat was caught in the tree, unable to come down.

Sense 2: Trapped or entangled in an emotional or difficult situation

Sample Sentence: She found herself caught in a love triangle, unsure of her true feelings.

Sense 3: Involved unwillingly in a conflict or dispute

Sample Sentence: The innocent bystander got caught in the middle of the heated argument.

Usages

Usage 1: Popular

In everyday conversations, "caught in" is commonly used to refer to feeling trapped or entangled in a situation.

Usage 2: Local

In local slang, "caught in" can also mean being subjected to the scrutiny or attention of others.

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