Meaning of the word entangled in English

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entangled

US /ɪnˈtæŋ.ɡəld/
UK /ɪnˈtæŋ.ɡəld/

Adjective

1.

involved in a complicated or difficult situation

Example:
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He became deeply entangled in a web of lies.
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The company is entangled in a legal battle.
2.

twisted together or caught in something

Example:
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The fishing line was badly entangled in the propeller.
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Her hair was entangled in the branches of the tree.