as in snapping (up)
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for latching (on or onto)
Verb
-
However, the concept of an energy source that can run 24/7 and emit no heat-trapping greenhouse gases when generating power is compelling.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
13 Oct. 2025 -
In the course of one such quest, Chloe takes off in the getaway carriage—accidentally trapping a duke named Lawrence inside.—
Karen Ostergren,
The Atlantic,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Before grabbing a host of amendments at the nursery, however, do a soil test through your local extension service to see what your garden actually needs.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025
-
Wear them now with blouses and T-shirts when visiting a pumpkin patch or grabbing dinner with friends.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
The professor explains that the process works similarly to a conventional camera, but instead of capturing light waves, radio waves are transformed into a detailed image.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Oct. 2025
-
The song, 'An Everyday Man,' is about capturing the everyday moments in life.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Oct. 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Latching (on or onto).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/latching%20%28on%20or%20onto%29. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share