boxed in
adjective
Pronunciation: /bɒkst ɪn/
Definition
Confined or restricted in a way that prevents movement or freedom of choice.
Examples
I felt completely boxed in by the rigid rules of the corporate office.
The small apartment made me feel boxed in after living in a house with a large yard.
The team was boxed in by the opponent's aggressive defense, leaving them no room to pass.
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