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VocabJLPT N2

to roll up

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to roll up
2. to enfold
3. to involve

This verb means "to involve" or "to drag someone into" a situation, often one they did not choose to be part of. It carries a nuance of pulling someone into trouble or a complicated matter against their will.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Is there any risk of this machine pulling paper in?

Sentence 2

Fold the edge of the fabric inward when you sew it and it'll look much cleaner.

Sentence 3

I was told, "Don't drag other people into this."

Sentence 4

"I don't want to get wrapped up in this problem," he said.

Sentence 5

She ended up getting dragged into the incident.