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HEM IN Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the phrase hem in. (exact relations)
There are 10 hypernyms of the phrase hem in. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for HEM IN

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beleaguer
verbv
verb

• annoy persistently

• surround so as to force to give up

besiege
verbv
verb

• surround so as to force to give up

• cause to feel distressed or worried

• harass, as with questions or requests

circumvent
verbv
verb

• surround so as to force to give up

• beat through cleverness and wit

• avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

surround
verbv
noun

• the area in which something exists or lives

verb

• extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle

• envelop completely

• surround so as to force to give up

• surround with a wall in order to fortify

Best Hypernyms For HEM IN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for hem in, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
border surround assail attack confine enclose environ restrict ring skirt

Alternatives for BELEAGUER

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