MIRE

Definition

1. noun a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot. — synonyms: quagmire, quag, morass, slack
2. noun deep soft mud in water or slush. — synonyms: slop
3. noun a difficulty or embarrassment that is hard to extricate yourself from.
4. verb entrap. — synonyms: entangle
5. verb cause to get stuck as if in a mire. — synonyms: bog_down
6. verb be unable to move further. — synonyms: grind_to_a_halt, get_stuck, bog_down
7. verb soil with mud, muck, or mire. — synonyms: muck, mud, muck_up