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phrasebe hedged in
be hedged in BrE
to be surrounded or enclosed by something, so that there is very little space: The cathedral is in the centre of the town, closely hedged in by other buildings. Ms Hurley's feet were hedged in by sacks of potatoes and baskets of fruit.■ SIMILAR TO: be hemmed in
to be prevented from having the freedom or opportunity to do what you want: Why don't you look for another job if you feel hedged in where you are?■ SIMILAR TO: be hemmed in
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