rope into
The phrase "rope into" is commonly used in informal contexts to describe persuading or tricking someone into doing something they may not want to do.
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Definition
B2Informal
(casual, idiom)To persuade or trick someone into doing something they may not want to do.
Example
- I was roped into organizing the office party.
- She roped her friend into helping with the move.
B2General
(neutral)To involve someone in an activity or task, often unwillingly or unexpectedly.
Example
- He was roped into volunteering at the event.
- They roped their neighbor into babysitting for the evening.
Similar
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