One should avoid falling into one of these (4)

I believe the answer is:

trap

(Other definitions for trap that I've seen before include "Deceive" , "Hook" , "Part (anag.)" , "corner" , "Light carriage; ensnare" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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