latches (on or onto)

verb

Definition of latches (on or onto)next
present tense third-person singular of latch (on or onto)
as in snaps (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for latches (on or onto)
  1. lands
  2. captures
  3. grabs
  4. nails
  5. grapples
Verb
  • Elvis Presley lands a multi-genre smash this week in America, showing that even decades after his death, his music remains hugely popular.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The film lands an emotional gut punch with its verité filmmaking style while also shining a light on the strains the American justice system can put on families.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of lands
Verb
  • Other thoughtful gestures could include crafting handmade items, printing a photo that captures your bond or any action that demonstrates time and effort, Ward said.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Krispy Kreme captures this spirit perfectly, using the season's themes of abundance and sharing to make their offer feel extra special.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of captures
Verb
  • The suspect then grabs a cab to the vicinity of the Hilton Hotel where Thompson would later be killed.
    Rachel Dobkin, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The old man later finds Rachel, who’s preoccupied that she’s lost Rollo, and grabs her in the stables.
    Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of grabs
Verb
  • Scherzinger also nails the comedy of a camp diva, inhabiting Norma’s delusion and ego without ever losing sight of her sincerity.
    Kathryn Vandervalk, EW.com, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Well cast are the kids, notably Miller as Rose, the older daughter who at first is under her mother’s protection before becoming the protector herself for sister Ollie, played by the exceptional young deaf actress Robbins who nails the role.
    Pete Hammond, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of nails
Verb
  • As Hollywood grapples with worries about the threat of artificial intelligence, the union that represents animators is facing dissent over its latest deal with major studios.
    Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The hospitality industry grapples with a challenging post-pandemic recovery and mounting environmental pressures.
    Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of grapples
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“Latches (on or onto).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/latches%20%28on%20or%20onto%29. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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