entrap
verb (used with object)
to catch in or as in a trap; ensnare.
entrapped
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past participleof entrap.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof entrap.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
entrapverb (used with object)to catch in or as in a trap; ensnare.
Example Sentences
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“Min Zin was lured to China by official government organizations and entrapped by Chinese security services. The accusations against him are completely unfounded,” a State Department spokesperson said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
Thailand previously implemented similar measures on neighbouring Myanmar, which is also home to thriving scam networks that have entrapped thousands of foreigners.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 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
