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N2
こじれる (kojireru)
こじれる

to get complicated, to worsen (a situation/relationship), to become strained

💡 Nuance & Usage: Implies that a situation, relationship, or even an illness that was initially simple or manageable has become more difficult, entangled, or worse.

📝 Example Sentences

二人の関係がこじれて、話すこともなくなった。
Their relationship became strained, and they no longer even speak.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "こじれる"!

風邪が長引いて、さらに____しまった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「長引いて、さらに」という表現から、病状が悪化したことを示唆しており、「こじれる」が適切です。
English: The phrase 'nagabiku, sara ni' (prolonged, furthermore) suggests a worsening condition, making 'kojireru' appropriate.
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