Bog down
/bɒɡ daʊn/B2
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1. To make slow progress or become stuck because of obstacles or difficulties.
- The project got bogged down in regulations and red tape.
- They tried to move forward, but quickly bogged down in the muddy terrain.
2. To cause someone or something to become overwhelmed or overloaded, preventing progress.
- Don't let the details bog you down, focus on the main point.
- Heavy traffic can bog down the efficiency of delivery services.
3. To become so involved in detail that you lose sight of the main issue or goal.
- He got bogged down in the details and missed the deadline.
- Instead of getting bogged down in arguments, they decided to take action.
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