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
Sarah Min, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
Lyles captured nearly three quarters of the vote, followed by Kim, who had about 21%.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Artificial intelligence, the fastest-growing force of change in society today, has captured the imagination and concern of leaders in fields such as education, economics, defense—and even religion.
—Jamie Merisotis, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Its raw energy captured the spirit of the era and played a pivotal role in bringing grunge music to the mainstream.
—Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Newer reports, captured by advanced drones and aircraft, provide more technical information for analysis, but have not resolved all cases.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
For 115 years, WWD has not just reported on the fashion industry and observed the zeitgeist revolving around it, but has captured some of the most quotable moments from the voices who kept fashion and culture interesting.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
After a several-day manhunt, Mangione was captured in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
—Ahmad Hemingway, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
New satellite imagery has captured the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier docked at a port in Oman on the coast of the Arabian Sea.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
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According to Arya, the index allows investors to track a very different opportunity than what is captured in major benchmarks.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
Lyles captured nearly three quarters of the vote, followed by Kim, who had about 21%.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Artificial intelligence, the fastest-growing force of change in society today, has captured the imagination and concern of leaders in fields such as education, economics, defense—and even religion.
—Jamie Merisotis, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Its raw energy captured the spirit of the era and played a pivotal role in bringing grunge music to the mainstream.
—Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Newer reports, captured by advanced drones and aircraft, provide more technical information for analysis, but have not resolved all cases.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
For 115 years, WWD has not just reported on the fashion industry and observed the zeitgeist revolving around it, but has captured some of the most quotable moments from the voices who kept fashion and culture interesting.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
After a several-day manhunt, Mangione was captured in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
—Ahmad Hemingway, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
New satellite imagery has captured the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier docked at a port in Oman on the coast of the Arabian Sea.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for captured
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Economic response The trillions of dollars in revenue earned annually from the region’s oil and gas exports are strategically invested in global assets, which partially leverages the region’s soft power to secure influence in the world’s key decision-making centers.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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Great Britain’s winning performance from Friday’s four races, held in bright sunshine and warm gusty breeze, earned driver Dylan Fletcher and his team their second victory of the season.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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One partygoer grabbed a fragrance and practically bathed in the smokey orange accords of Rendez-Vous Ivory.—
Essence,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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Natalia’s story grabbed the attention of the public in 2019 when Indiana prosecutors leveled charges against the Barnetts for allegedly neglecting a dependent.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Rebels have won 3 of 4 in the series, including 63-31 last season in Fayetteville.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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Both Queen Bey and Kendrick Lamar, who won for his 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, are halfway to EGOT status.—
Jair Hilburn,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Kirk’s zeal caught the attention of Bill Montgomery, a businessman and Tea Party activist, who urged him to forgo college and dedicate himself fully to political organizing.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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Since 1986, employers have required to verify workers' eligibility to work, and can be fined or jailed if caught knowingly breaking the law.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The 35-year-old founder has built a remarkably high-earning captive agency, all while staying within the corporate framework that others rush to leave.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The college’s newspaper, The Chronicle, reported on Seinfeld’s comments after they were made at an event featuring Omer Shem Tov, a former Israeli hostage who was held captive by Hamas for 505 days.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
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Baidu, whose Hong Kong shares have gained nearly 59% this year, reported a drop in second-quarter revenue last month as its core advertising business struggled and returns from AI investments remained limited.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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Russia's offensive this summer had advanced at one of the fastest rates since late 2024 but, overall since November 2022, Moscow has gained less than 1 percent of additional Ukrainian territory.—
Brendan Cole
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Of course, reporter and friend Erin Andrews seized the opportunity to ask about his recent engagement.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
14 Sep. 2025
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Allen punctuated the drive with a 6-yard touchdown scamper, as the Fishermen seized a 7-0 lead.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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As the roughly 41% stakeholder in Oracle, Ellison has reaped the greatest benefits from his tech company’s 450% share price growth over the last five years.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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Initially, his appointment reaped rewards.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Captured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/captured. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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