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entangle in German

entangle in German is verwickeln — entangle means to twist or wind things together so tightly that they become hard to separate.

entangle in German

verwickeln
verb
(transitive) To involve in difficulties or embarrassments; to embarrass, puzzle, or distract by adverse or perplexing circumstances, interests, demands, etc.; to hamper; to bewilder.

What does "entangle" mean?

  1. verb To twist or wind things together so tightly that they become hard to separate.
    "The dolphins became entangled in a fishing net."
  2. verb To draw someone into a difficult situation that is hard to escape from.
  3. verb To confuse or trouble someone with awkward demands or problems.
    "The story entangles the facts with value judgments."
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entangle in a sentence

  • The dolphins became entangled in a fishing net.
  • The story entangles the facts with value judgments.

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What is "entangle" in German?
"entangle" in German is verwickeln. entangle means: To twist or wind things together so tightly that they become hard to separate.
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