as in to house
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
upon attempting to leave, we discovered we were completely boxed in by other cars
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Private security guards could replace Elgin police officers in providing security at the Lexington Inn & Suites, where the city has been housing homeless people since January.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
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The city houses incredible filmmakers, cinemas, and programmers; our goal is that this grant round will help, even in a small way, to support the continuation of production in Los Angeles.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
8 Apr. 2025
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The two have gone on to work together many times over the years, including in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Friends with Kids, Maggie Moore(s), and Mean Girls.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The interior design, courtesy of Xenia, also includes top-notch wood and fabric finishes.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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This collaboration isn’t simply nostalgia enclosed in blister packs.—
Nik Miles,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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Outdoor space: The balcony on the main level, enclosed with a clear railing, has space for outdoor dining.—
Angela Serratore,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Box (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/box%20%28in%29. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.
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