as in traps
to catch or hold as if in a net
entoiled by the strings of fate
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Holes are drilled at an upward angle, leading to a central chamber where the bees then fall into a glass jar that traps them.—
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For hot sleepers or anyone dealing with night sweats, cotton’s moisture-wicking properties offer a real advantage over polyester, which traps heat and humidity against the skin.—
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Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Wire pin or slicker brushes work best for dogs with long hair that tangles easily.—
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“Entoils.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entoils. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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