as in arrested
taken and held prisoner
a captured American business executive held for ransom by insurgents
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as in earned
to receive as return for effort
the movie's producers captured several awards for their work
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as in grabbed
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
captured the cat just as it was about to escape out the front door
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Recent Examples of captured
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026
Against the backdrop of the city's elegant architecture, Lopez floated through the evening in a voluminous butter yellow gown that captured two of fashion's current obsessions.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 11 June 2026
However, marine biologists at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa recently captured videos revealing not one, but two goblin sharks swimming in their native habitats.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Built for an era obsessed with speed, spectacle, and possibility, the song captured a World Cup looking firmly toward the future rather than reflecting on the past.
—Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Damiani’s artisans captured the moment when the wave, having reached its crest, begins its descent toward the shore.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
In a video captured and shared via Storyful, fisherman Elliot Sudal spent roughly 40 minutes battling a shark from the shore on June 7.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
In late April, the Mexican military captured one of the CJNG's top leaders in the northwest of the country, two months after the cartel's leader was killed.
—CBS News, 11 June 2026
Yung-Shin Kung said that CTAs had captured the rally in precious metals, primarily silver and gold, at the beginning of the year, before switching to industrial metals that are poised to benefit from AI infrastructure investment and supply constraints caused by the Iran war.
—Hugh Leask, CNBC, 5 June 2026
Verb
Fusaro said investigators are interested in any activity captured in or around the apartment complex, particularly that involving suspicious vehicles or individuals.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026
Against the backdrop of the city's elegant architecture, Lopez floated through the evening in a voluminous butter yellow gown that captured two of fashion's current obsessions.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 11 June 2026
However, marine biologists at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa recently captured videos revealing not one, but two goblin sharks swimming in their native habitats.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Built for an era obsessed with speed, spectacle, and possibility, the song captured a World Cup looking firmly toward the future rather than reflecting on the past.
—Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Damiani’s artisans captured the moment when the wave, having reached its crest, begins its descent toward the shore.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
In a video captured and shared via Storyful, fisherman Elliot Sudal spent roughly 40 minutes battling a shark from the shore on June 7.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
In late April, the Mexican military captured one of the CJNG's top leaders in the northwest of the country, two months after the cartel's leader was killed.
—CBS News, 11 June 2026
Yung-Shin Kung said that CTAs had captured the rally in precious metals, primarily silver and gold, at the beginning of the year, before switching to industrial metals that are poised to benefit from AI infrastructure investment and supply constraints caused by the Iran war.
—Hugh Leask, CNBC, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for captured
Adjective
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Throughout the series, Creasy is operating under the intel that the FRP, an extremist organization in Brazil, and its imprisoned leader, Ferraz, are behind the bombing of the high-rise.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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Yenisey Taboada’s small apartment in Havana is filled with photos of her imprisoned son, Duannis Tabaoda.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The show, which stars Collins alongside Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park and Lucas Bravo, has racked up nearly a dozen Primetime Emmy nominations in its five-year run, as well as earned Collins a Golden Globe nod for best performance by an actress in a comedy series in 2021.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
25 Aug. 2025
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These top-performing models earned our enthusiastic recommendation for anyone looking to bring a touch of spa-level luxury home.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
24 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Ogwumike, who spent the past two seasons in Seattle, also grabbed nine rebounds to move into fourth on the WNBA career list, passing Rebekkah Brunson.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
11 June 2026
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Cameron Brink added 15 points off the bench and Dearica Hamby grabbed 10 rebounds for the Sparks (6-6) in the Commissioner’s Cup game.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Combs’ four-year, two-month sentence came as a second shock to a captive courtroom audience after the split verdict was read following his sensational eight-week trial.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
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Not only was the audience captive, it was also intrigued as Yarborough and Donnie Allison battled for the lead entering the third turn for the final time.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 June 2026
Verb
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The Wolves won Game 6, 3-2, and Game 7, 4-3, in enemy territory to advance to the 2026 Western Conference Final.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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Tied 9-9 heading to the fourth, Walpole won the opening draw but turned over possession in Reading’s defensive zone.—
Matt Goisman,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Running back Jonathon Brooks, who is returning from back-to-back ACL surgeries on his right knee, caught a pass across the middle from Young and blazed down the field through traffic.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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The Knicks trailed, 81-52, when Wembanyama’s elbow caught Towns in the chin, resulting in a flagrant foul.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Regardless, Tyrrell has gained strokes ball-striking (driving and on approach) in the last four majors.—
Geoff Clark OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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As media monopolies gained control of discourse, a new feudalism arose.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Detectives served a search warrant at Miner’s home and seized multiple items, including his cellphone.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Dec. 2025
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In recent years, the facelift has seized the zeitgeist.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
11 Dec. 2025
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“Captured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/captured. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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