as in punches
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 bends
to cause to turn away from a straight line
the pitcher hooked the ball, and the batter missed
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as in connects
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 steals
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 grabs
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 curves
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 hooks
Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2026
The AeroFit 2 is designed for a custom, non-invasive fit, featuring innovative four-level adjustable ear hooks that comfortably accommodate over 99% of ear shapes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Even a narrow wall with a few hooks and a small shelf can serve as a fully functional entryway system.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
Even a few hooks, a small tray and a basket can transform a chaotic entryway into a space that works for you every single day.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
Lindsey Jordan’s third LP of grungy, dreamy guitar rock aims for the same affective highs and lows of her previous records, but the hooks don’t sink as deep, and the production sounds frustratingly anonymous.
—Grace Robins-Somerville, Pitchfork, 30 Mar. 2026
Many anglers replace the factory treble hooks with larger, higher-quality trebles made by Trokar, Gamakatsu, Mustad or Owner.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 29 Mar. 2026
Nearly everything from HVACs and lighting to sink hooks and ceiling fans in affordable housing projects that get federal dollars must carry the Made in the USA label.
—Charlotte Kramon, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
The Power Advantage Plus also comes with two dough hooks, a spatula, and a plastic case that snaps onto the mixer’s base for convenient storage.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026
Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
The cat who reaches through the kennel bars and hooks a paw around your finger.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Aussie newcomer Yerin Ha is the juggernaut's new leading lady—a strong yet soft pragmatist whose quiet charisma hooks Benedict, the ton, and, soon enough, audiences everywhere.
—InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Start with your transformation story that hooks from line one.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Unable to deal with Max any longer, Nathan asks Joe to send Max down and hooks the Jet Ski to the crane himself.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2026
This compact device hooks onto your keychain or purse, and in the event of an emergency, simply pull the plug to activate a blaring alarm and strobe light duo.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Install hooks either on the wall or over the back of the door to keep bags in check.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2025
In contrast to AirPods, these headphones feature a sleek design that hooks over the ear and can be adjusted to ensure an extra secure grip.
—PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Noun
There are crisp, stadium-ready melodies and polished, albeit just serviceable, hooks.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2026
The AeroFit 2 is designed for a custom, non-invasive fit, featuring innovative four-level adjustable ear hooks that comfortably accommodate over 99% of ear shapes.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Even a narrow wall with a few hooks and a small shelf can serve as a fully functional entryway system.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
Even a few hooks, a small tray and a basket can transform a chaotic entryway into a space that works for you every single day.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
Lindsey Jordan’s third LP of grungy, dreamy guitar rock aims for the same affective highs and lows of her previous records, but the hooks don’t sink as deep, and the production sounds frustratingly anonymous.
—Grace Robins-Somerville, Pitchfork, 30 Mar. 2026
Many anglers replace the factory treble hooks with larger, higher-quality trebles made by Trokar, Gamakatsu, Mustad or Owner.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 29 Mar. 2026
Nearly everything from HVACs and lighting to sink hooks and ceiling fans in affordable housing projects that get federal dollars must carry the Made in the USA label.
—Charlotte Kramon, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
The Power Advantage Plus also comes with two dough hooks, a spatula, and a plastic case that snaps onto the mixer’s base for convenient storage.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026
Verb
Mark Lanier, a lawyer for the plaintiff, questioned Mosseri on Wednesday about whether Instagram chooses profits over the health and safety of minors and whether Mosseri oversees an app that hooks younger users.
—Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
The cat who reaches through the kennel bars and hooks a paw around your finger.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Aussie newcomer Yerin Ha is the juggernaut's new leading lady—a strong yet soft pragmatist whose quiet charisma hooks Benedict, the ton, and, soon enough, audiences everywhere.
—InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Start with your transformation story that hooks from line one.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Unable to deal with Max any longer, Nathan asks Joe to send Max down and hooks the Jet Ski to the crane himself.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2026
This compact device hooks onto your keychain or purse, and in the event of an emergency, simply pull the plug to activate a blaring alarm and strobe light duo.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Install hooks either on the wall or over the back of the door to keep bags in check.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2025
In contrast to AirPods, these headphones feature a sleek design that hooks over the ear and can be adjusted to ensure an extra secure grip.
—PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hooks
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At under $550, this tablet punches way above its weight!—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2026
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What was the precise number of punches Brown dealt her?—
Pamela Colloff,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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If all goes well, the Orion capsule will pass within about 4,100 miles of the moon on April 6, giving the astronauts an unprecedented view of the lunar far side as the moon's gravity bends the spacecraft's trajectory back toward Earth.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Enter the 2026 Chevrolet Trax, a compact crossover that bends the needle toward sanity and affordability.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Northeast Passage connects Europe and Asia along the northern shores of Russia.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2026
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Its features include a 1,200-square-foot cabana, which connects to the mansion via a private underground tunnel, and a 150-foot dock extending from the lawn.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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Deed theft is essentially when someone steals a house, often forging the paperwork, and data obtained by CBS News New York shows a 240% increase in complaints to the New York Attorney General's Office from 2023 to 2025.—
Tim McNicholas,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The team leader also has a lot of support from sophomore forward Sarah Strong, who leads UConn in points, rebounds, blocks, and steals.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
2 Apr. 2026
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Chibale grabs a chemistry book off the shelf in his office and riffles through a parade of molecules — each one like an old friend.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2026
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Afterward the man with the shotgun points it inside the truck’s cabin and the passenger grabs its barrel, the video shows.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
21 Mar. 2026
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Representing a departure from the artist’s preferred medium of wood, the monument curves outward from a narrow base, its vertical form and vaguely human contours seeming to emanate light, notwithstanding the material’s heft.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
8 Mar. 2026
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Groovy Baby The color combinations on this retro stripe, which curves at the will of the nail artist, are endless.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2026
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Shesterkin’s first thought was about how big the 6-foot-6 Markström was, but the smaller goalie still managed to land the majority of the blows.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Parks turned into deserts, great skyscrapers leveled by blows from the tails of the monsters, and the entire population threatened in the panic and pestilence that followed the invasion.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The front of the mouse arches down and spreads wide, suggesting the noggin of the snake it's named after.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
14 Mar. 2026
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Instead, look to modern lattices, scallops, and arches for a timeless feel that’s still up to date.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Hooks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hooks. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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