as in blow
a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument
delivered a hard right hook that struck his opponent in the eye
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as in to bend
to cause to turn away from a straight line
the pitcher hooked the ball, and the batter missed
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
hooked up three short chains together to make a longer necklace
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as in to steal
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
the monkey hooked four bananas from the basket and scampered away to enjoy them
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
I hooked the biggest fish of the day, and then released it
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as in to curve
to turn away from a straight line or course
hang the bird feeder on a branch that hooks upward
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Recent Examples of hook
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 8 May 2026
That could leave states on the hook for millions of dollars to rebuild roads, schools and other infrastructure after tornadoes, floods and other disasters that do not cause enough widespread damage to meet the new criteria for federal assistance.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 7 May 2026
Bobby Allyn, NPR, 12 May 2026
Be sure to include the key takeaway or a single grabby observation, insight, or reveal that will hook your audience.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 12 May 2026
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Noun
In January, the FCC’s media bureau announced the new guidance for broadcasters featuring political candidates, making clear that shows like Jimmy Kimmel and The View may be on the hook for equal time.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 8 May 2026
That could leave states on the hook for millions of dollars to rebuild roads, schools and other infrastructure after tornadoes, floods and other disasters that do not cause enough widespread damage to meet the new criteria for federal assistance.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 7 May 2026
Verb
Marketing experts say while more and more cash is flowing into the clip-ification of all things, those watching the content can view clips as cheap and disposable moments, not something that hooks someone on a show or internet personality.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 12 May 2026
Be sure to include the key takeaway or a single grabby observation, insight, or reveal that will hook your audience.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hook
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The five-nation boycott is a revenue and viewership blow to an event that organizers say was watched by 166 million people around the world last year.—
Jill Lawless,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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The New York Mets starting rotation took a major blow on Friday night.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
Verb
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After several points Sinner bent over in apparent exhaustion and leaned on his racket for support.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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Principles have a way of bending under billion-dollar pressure.—
Olivier Sylvain,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
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In addition to food and beverage programming, this year’s edition will also incorporate art, literature, music, fashion, photography, craftsmanship, wellness, sustainability and technology, reflecting the many ways gastronomy connects with broader creative disciplines.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The Bose Smart Soundbar ($549) connects to the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds ($299) for immersive, surround-sound-like audio.—
Christian de Looper,
PC Magazine,
15 May 2026
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Bahia is also where breakfast is served each morning—watch out for the cheeky birds who will steal any of your unattended banana pancakes or breakfast burritos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The animatronic creation adorably stole the spotlight from the Mandalorian himself, Pedro Pascal, as well as other human collaborators like Sigourney Weaver (Colonel Ward) and director Jon Favreau (who managed to score a red carpet photo opportunity with the rising lime-green superstar).—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Executives said the focus this year has been on grabbing the biggest audiences and on how artificial intelligence is improving data and outcomes.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
11 May 2026
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Reid played a big role in the season-saving quarter as well, scoring six points, grabbing three boards and picking up two assists, including a no-look dish to Gobert for a dunk with three minutes to play.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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In fact, according to NOAA, only about a quarter of eastern Pacific hurricanes and tropical storms ever make landfall — most curve west and stay out at sea.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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High up on the curving walls to either side were large murals painted in the 1930s by the artist Barry Faulkner portraying Thomas Jefferson handing the Declaration to John Hancock and the ratification of the Constitution.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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Trading Mantha, for instance, would have been a slap in their faces.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
16 May 2026
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The Need For Improvement At 6-foot-2, 200 pounds, Cox is too solidly built to be a slap-and-run singles hitter.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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The interior has arched marble hallways and opulent gold walls in the 12 butler's pantries.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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The branches arch as the plant ages.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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“Hook.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hook. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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