Also means
to push aside
Usage Note
Arrinconar literally means to push someone or something into a corner (rincón), and figuratively means to sideline, marginalise, or corner someone into a difficult position. Arrinconar a alguien in an argument means to back them into a corner. The reflexive arrinconarse means to isolate oneself or withdraw from others.
Examples
"Lo arrinconaron en el pasillo."
Natural Translation
They cornered him in the hallway.
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