The phrase "bear trap" refers to a situation or a strategy that is designed to lure or deceive someone, leading them into a difficult or dangerous situation from which it is hard to escape. Full definition
His hands aren't huge, but they're strong as bear traps. (si.com)
I feel bad for the boyfriend since as a good Catholic, her legs have to snap shut like a steel bear trap until they're married. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
Larry McDonald, Bear Traps Report, and Craig Johnson, Piper Jaffray, discuss the energy sector with Sara Eisen. (cnbc.com)