entrapped
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Cyclospora parasites often become entrapped in produce through contaminated water used to grow or wash it, so areas that come into contact with water are more likely to be affected.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
"It's very, very concerning when you have such a volume of people entering an area and could end up being entrapped by a wildfire," Mr McMullen said.
From BBC ● Apr. 7, 2025
Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday that users of the Medline Bed Assist Bar can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the product and the side of a mattress.
From New York Times ● May 30, 2024
At the 2020 trial, Lindberg’s lawyers argued in part that he didn’t commit a crime and that he was entrapped by Causey’s participation with authorities.
From Seattle Times ● May 16, 2024
At this point, Mr. Abbas must have realized that he was completely entrapped.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
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