involve

Definition

  • verb: to have or include (someone or something) as a part of something
  • verb: to enfold or envelop so as to encumber
  • usually + 'in'
  • synonyms: entwine, surround, cover

Examples

  • “Just what does this job 'involve'?” “It 'involves' [='entails'] traveling and a lot of overtime.”

  • No one knew of their romantic 'involvement'. [=no one knew that they had a romantic relationship]

  • The accident 'involved' three cars. = Three cars were 'involved' in the accident.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Come on! Do not worry old boy, She's as safe as houses, she's with my brother. I'm on my honeymoon! Why did you lead them here? Why did you involve us? There not here for me, There here for you! Fortunately ... So am I. Now mind the door! Good evening. (..)
    2011 Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows