Bogged down Meaning in English
expression · lemma: bog down
Definition
To become stuck or unable to make progress, often because of too many details, problems, or difficulties. It can refer to both physical situations (like a vehicle in mud) and feeling overwhelmed by tasks.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, used for both literal (stuck in mud) and figurative (overwhelmed by work) contexts. Common with 'in paperwork', 'with details', 'in traffic', or 'at work'. Avoid using for minor delays; it implies significant difficulty or being overwhelmed.
Example Sentences
My car got bogged down in the mud after the rain.
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He was bogged down with too much homework.
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Don't get bogged down in small details.
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I wanted to finish quickly, but I kept getting bogged down by emails.
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The project got bogged down when we hit budget problems.
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Let’s not get bogged down arguing about who’s right.
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