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To "box in someone" means to surround them with people or things, making it difficult or impossible for them to move freely, physically or figuratively; it can also metaphorically mean feeling trapped by circumstances, work, or expectations, lacking freedom to act as desired. 

 

Physical Meaning:

• Preventing Movement: When cars are parked too closely, blocking someone in their parking spot.
• Enclosing: Other bicyclists or obstacles surrounding someone, stopping them from moving forward. 

 

Figurative Meaning:

• Feeling Trapped: A person feeling limited in their job and wanting more freedom to be creative.
• Constrained by Politics: Leaders being "boxed in" by political or practical limitations.
• Limited Options: Being prevented from getting something wanted (e.g., "boxed out" of a job). 

In essence, it's about being confined, unable to maneuver or make choices due to external constraints, similar to being trapped inside a box