as in grabbing
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
the manager glommed the shoplifter just as she was about to bolt out of the store
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Recent Examples of glomming
Schumaker seemed to put a lot of weight into Gore glomming onto the duo in Surprise.
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Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 22 Feb. 2026
But the filmmakers’ motivations for glomming on to Ed are depicted as being noble.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 22 Feb. 2026
But the filmmakers’ motivations for glomming on to Ed are depicted as being noble.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glomming
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Indiana lawmakers are expected to vote on some spotlight-grabbing bills today, including one that would pave the way for the Chicago Bears to move to Hammond, Indiana.—
Kaitlin Lange,
IndyStar,
27 Feb. 2026
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The Smart House Inc dryer vent cleaner is an effective tool for grabbing lint that clogs hoses.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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Nataliia Sukhar left her home in northeastern Kharkiv after the war broke out, catching a 15-hour train to Berlin with her then 5-year-old son, Gleb, on a journey followed by NBC News.—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
24 Feb. 2026
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Andrea gets up and hurries across the street, catching the doctor at the clinic entrance.—
Rodrigo Hasbún,
Literary Hub,
24 Feb. 2026
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Virginia started the second half with a 12-3 run, seizing a 51-47 lead on Mallory’s long 3-pointer.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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In November 2022, FBI agents carried out a search and seizure warrant at Huntsman’s residence, seizing multiple items.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
21 Feb. 2026
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Alongside Palasciano, speakers assailed the influx of Indian Americans, from accusing them of snatching the American Dream to criticizing their driving skills and even blaming them for traffic.—
Sarah Bahari,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Guards shouting orders and snatching toys from small hands.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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Being in my late 50s, getting cosmetic treatments to tackle sagginess, wrinkles, fine lines, and a dull complexion has certainly crossed my mind.—
Cathy Nelson,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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French figure skater Lorine Schild is getting two French braids pulled back into a low bun.—
Katie Gunderman,
SELF,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But in recent years, authorities appeared to be closing in, capturing several high-ranking associates and close family members.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Cousin and team manager Nancy Jordan is there for every match, capturing photos and moments that matter beyond medals.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
20 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Glomming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glomming. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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