rope in
Example Sentences
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Snapchat’s initial focus on disappearing messages made it tougher for the company to rope in advertisers because people typically don’t want to see ads in the middle of a private conversation.
From Los Angeles Times
The Azzurri ran France close in their opening game and had Scotland on the ropes in their last, but their defence remains an issue.
From BBC
The shortages triggered chaos at Australian airports as restrictions eased last year, with passengers enduring long delays and queues for check-in, while senior executives were roped in to help fill gaps.
From BBC
The Bucks had all the momentum in the game and were on the verge of putting the Celtics on the ropes in the series.
From New York Times
“At this stage, that’s what it’s all about. Never let go of the rope in terms of feeling like you’re out of a game. Big win for us.”
From Washington Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.