caged

Example Sentences

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On a workbench nearby, sea mine-shaped lamps stand on metal casts of hawk feet alongside caged bubble glass lanterns that appear as if they might burst from internal pressure.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The elusive Neukgu has inspired a meme coin, hailed by its creators as a the "wolf that wouldn't stay caged" and a "symbol of independence".

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Scared by his sincerity, Violetta warns him off with a bouncy display of vocal fireworks that declare that she isn’t one to be caged by commitment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

In the third episode, a challenge requires half of those remaining to be caged while a partner stacks animal skulls into a tower to free them.

From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026

Outside the snow was swirling round the outer ward, a caged beast howling to be free.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin