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.