as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
delivered a hard right hook that struck his opponent in the eye
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as in to bend
to cause to turn away from a straight line
the pitcher hooked the ball, and the batter missed
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
hooked up three short chains together to make a longer necklace
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as in to steal
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
the monkey hooked four bananas from the basket and scampered away to enjoy them
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
I hooked the biggest fish of the day, and then released it
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as in to curve
to turn away from a straight line or course
hang the bird feeder on a branch that hooks upward
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Recent Examples of hook
Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 June 2025
Ten metal hooks hold jackets, umbrellas, hats, and purses while three shelving units keep shoes tidied up.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 June 2025
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 18 June 2025
The left-footer’s liner hooked inside the right post, yards ahead of the frantic Speel.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 June 2025
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Noun
Details included a key holder with the Fay hook directly applied on the breast pocket; the collar with a protective wool band inspired by the fireproof undersuit of yore, and zippered side pockets.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 June 2025
Ten metal hooks hold jackets, umbrellas, hats, and purses while three shelving units keep shoes tidied up.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 June 2025
Verb
In an old-school-Masha turn, Peter somehow goes from his one-on-one to being hooked to the psychedelic-delivery device without explicit consent.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 18 June 2025
The left-footer’s liner hooked inside the right post, yards ahead of the frantic Speel.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hook
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In another blow to China’s push to become a regional leader, India on Thursday rejected signing a joint statement facilitated by the Shanghai Cooperation Organization—one such grouping set up by China and Russia to counter U.S. influence.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
27 June 2025
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The Senate parliamentarian has advised that a Medicaid provider tax overhaul central to President Donald Trump’s tax cut and spending bill does not adhere to the chamber’s procedural rules, delivering a crucial blow as Republicans rush to finish the package this week.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
27 June 2025
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As long as your outfit offers enough coverage when moving through the terminal, bending down for luggage, and sitting in a tight airplane seat, a skirt can be a great airport choice.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2025
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Another video of the incident showed a witness bending down behind an unmarked vehicle — reportedly belonging to federal agents — trying to get a photo of the license plate.—
Christopher Buchanan,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
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The island would be connected to the mainland via a causeway that gave them access during low tide.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
21 June 2025
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Rosner explains, citing the research of forest-ecologist Suzanne Simard, that trees are connected to one another via proximity, of course, but also through their underground root systems, where chemical substances are exchanged.—
John Baldoni,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Also starring Clooney in a leading role, The Monuments Men tells the true story of a group of museum curators, art historians and architects tasked with an unlikely mission: tracking down and recovering priceless works of art stolen by the Nazis before they’re destroyed forever.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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The group later stole Samsung electronics valued at $14,081, authorities alleged.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
21 June 2025
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Watching robots like Barb and Peter grab your order in just seconds is pretty impressive, but what's even more remarkable is that this technology is already making shopping quicker, safer, and a whole lot easier.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2025
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My father seemed to crumple a little, shuddering, grabbing the edge of his desk to steady himself.—
Ottessa Moshfegh,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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The whole coast curved around us like a giant C—a huge bay that held the archipelago.—
James Rebanks
June 26,
Literary Hub,
26 June 2025
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Fifteen minutes later, the tracks curve along the dramatic 39-mile coastline, revealing the turquoise sea and rocky limestone cliffs known as the calanques.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
24 June 2025
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Those embarrassing losses with ownership sitting in the expensive seats were a big-time slap in the face to the decision makers.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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The number of girl slaps exchanged between the governor and Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez over the state budget impasse.—
Pat Beall,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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Warning signs a skunk is ready to spray include jumping, stamping their front feet, arching their back, clicking teeth, and hissing.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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Throughout June, the core of Milky Way Galaxy will appear as a bright band arching across the night sky.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
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“Hook.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hook. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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