latching (on or onto)

verb

present participle of latch (on or onto)
as in snapping (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for latching (on or onto)
  1. trapping
  2. grabbing
  3. capturing
Verb
  • By adjusting the electron-trapping layer, the researchers could tune the device’s current recovery time across an approximately fivefold range.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The sticky asphalt also acts like flypaper, trapping any organism that falls in and providing scientists with evidence of a distant world.
    — Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of trapping
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  • The popular set tends to sell quickly, so consider grabbing one while fall-favorite shades like dusty olive, terracotta, and mauve are still in stock.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Sophie Cunningham is grabbing the attention of women's advocacy groups.
    — Ryan Morik OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of grabbing
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  • In fact, its a concoction of 12 notes, created by master perfumer and fragrance expert Jérôme Epinette, capturing a range of blossoming flowers, jammy fruits, earthy woods, and more.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The campaign officially kicks off on August 7, 2026 (also International Beer Day), anchored by a powerful cinematic film capturing beer’s timeless place in major milestones and daily celebrations alike.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of capturing
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“Latching (on or onto).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/latching%20%28on%20or%20onto%29. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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