as in latching (on or onto)
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Mathieu Olivier scored the first goal 44 seconds into the second period, taking a pass from Werenski on a 3-on-2 rush and snapping a shot over the glove of Philadelphia goalie Dan Vladar to tie the score 1-1.—
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25 Mar. 2026 -
Not taking anything for granted.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Hooking up (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hooking%20up%20%28with%29. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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