bog down
The phrase "bog down" originates from the imagery of getting stuck in a bog, reflecting both physical and metaphorical impediments.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, figurative)To become stuck or unable to make progress, either physically or metaphorically.
Example
- The car got bogged down in the mud.
- We mustn't get bogged down in details.
C1Project Management
(technical, business)To slow down or hinder a project or process due to complexities or obstacles.
Example
- The talks have bogged down over the issue of military reform.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bog down":
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