fall into trap; meet standard; engrossed
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesverb
to fall into a trap; to be caught in someone's snare and manipulated
literaryDerived from Tang Taizong's remark "All heroes under heaven have entered my trap" (天下英雄入吾彀中矣). The character 彀 refers to the range of a bowshot, metaphorically implying control or capture.
He unknowingly fell into the other party's trap.
This is a trap set by the enemy; be careful not to fall into it.
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All the heroes under heaven have entered my trap.
verb
to meet standard requirements; to conform to conventional patterns
literaryOften used to describe writing, behavior, or artistic works that follow established norms without being exceptional.
This article is written acceptably, meeting the standards.
His behavior conforms to norms, with no transgressions.
adjective
engrossed; deeply absorbed; in perfect harmony
literaryCommonly used as a complement after 得, describing states of deep engagement in conversation, listening, or performance.
The two talked so engrossed that they forgot the time.
This opera segment was performed so captivatingly that the audience was entranced.
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He became completely engrossed listening to the story.