How to Pronounce "embroil in"
expression
ɛmˈbɹɔɪɫ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
em-BROYL in
ɛmbɹˈɔɪl/ /ˈɪn
em-BROYL in
Definition
To become involved in a difficult situation, often one with problems, conflicts, or arguments.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɛmˈbɹɔɪɫ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
ɛmbɹˈɔɪl/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
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em-BROYL in
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em-BROYL in
Listen in Context
She got embroiled in a heated argument at work.
The company was embroiled in a scandal last year.
He found himself embroiled in a family dispute.
Reporters were quickly embroiled in the chaos at the protest.