fall into a trap

fall into a trap

To be fooled or deceived. I really worry that he's fallen into a trap by joining that disreputable company. How could you fall into a trap this obvious? They were always going to publicize any information you were dumb enough to share with them "privately." These people are shifty—don't fall into a trap with them.

See also: fall, trap

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fall into a trap

 

1. Lit. to get caught in a trap. The tiger fell into a trap and leapt out again immediately. The boys tried to get a squirrel to fall into a trap, but squirrels are too clever.

2. and fall into the trap; fall into someone's trap Fig. to become caught in someone's scheme; to be deceived into doing or thinking something. We fell into a trap by asking for an explanation. I fell into his trap when I agreed to drive him home.

See also: fall, trap

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