rope into
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rope, into.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
They could be quickly strapped into the jump-seats with seatbelts, rather than roping them into the bed of the truck in a downpour.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To inveigle someone into (doing something) that they are reluctant to do.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “rope into” mean?
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rope, into.
Is “rope into” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.