Boxed in In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "boxed in", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-07-29 10:07

Meaning of Boxed in

Boxed in American British informal

This expression is often used in the passive form.
 

1. To obstruct someone or something from moving from a specific location
 

Jane's car is boxed in because its engine doesn't work.

The traffic congestion has caused our bus boxed in for one hour.

2. To restrict one's choices or make one feel restricted
 

I used to be boxed in as a gentle girl, which makes me uncomfortable.

She is capable of performing well in every field, don't just box her in designing tasks.

Grammar and Usage of Boxed in

Verb Forms

  • box in
  • boxed in
  • boxes in
  • boxing in

The verb "box" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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