as in to latch (on or onto)
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The Secret Service received a warning about a possible attempt on President Donald Trump’s life 10 days before he was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania, but failed to alert the local law enforcement agencies tasked with securing the event, according to a government report released on Saturday.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
12 July 2025 -
Villa failed to secure Champions League football after losing 2-0 against United on the final day of the season, with Martinez receiving a red card after fouling Rasmus Hojlund outside the penalty area.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Panicked passengers can be seen in the footage clutching onto their masks as a flight attendant makes an announcement.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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Myung-gi turns to look at Gi-hun, who clutches the baby a little closer to his chest.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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The case gripped Australia The bizarre and tragic case has lingered in the minds of Australians and has provoked fervor among the public and media.—
Charlotte Graham-McLay,
Los Angeles Times,
7 July 2025
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When your hands are covered in flour, holding a paintbrush, or gripping a climbing wall, your phone is simply unavailable.—
Marina Cooley,
CNBC,
5 July 2025
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“Fasten (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fasten%20%28on%29. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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