1
as in to win
to receive as return for effort
the movie's producers captured several awards for their work
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2
as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
captured the cat just as it was about to escape out the front door
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as in prisoner
one that has been taken and held in confinement
a Spanish treasure ship was the most valuable capture ever taken by that privateer
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Recent Examples of capture
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025
Another photo captures Epstein at Trump’s wedding, part of LIFE’s archive that was reviewed by CNN.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 23 July 2025
Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
The Marshals Service is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to Decker's capture.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
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But savvy gamblers know not to touch these airside temptations, airport slots being notoriously tight, a consequence of convenience and captured customers.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 23 July 2025
Another photo captures Epstein at Trump’s wedding, part of LIFE’s archive that was reviewed by CNN.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 23 July 2025
Noun
From July 10 to 13, fans will be able to get their hands bloody at Dexter: The Experience, an immersive journey in London’s East End where guests work as Dexter’s dark passenger for over 40 minutes to solve puzzles and evade capture.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
The Marshals Service is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to Decker's capture.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capture
Verb
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Who won Head of Household on 'Big Brother'? Who is on the block on 'Big Brother'?—
David Wysong,
The Enquirer,
26 July 2025
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While on that topic, the Vols – coached by Tony Vitello – won the CWS in 2024, ending a 15-year team NCAA drought for UT and fueling a fun baseball rivalry because the state’s two SEC school.—
Gentry Estes,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Leave your troubles behind and grab a lime, because Thursday is National Tequila Day.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Concerned, the roommates grabbed golf clubs from one of the first-floor bedrooms and checked the house for a possible intruder.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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Return Strong said the prison offered months of delay for one individual with a broken wrist and finger, limited mental health care, mold covering the shower walls, restricted visitation, took away access to fruit and stuck prisoners with years of solitary confinement.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
19 July 2025
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The attorney had visited El Salvador and was aware of that country’s reputation for mistreating prisoners.—
Melissa Sanchez,
ProPublica,
18 July 2025
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Besides Scorsese, Ron Howard also earned a nomination for his appearance in the Apple comedy, along with Anthony Mackie, Dave Franco and Bryan Cranston.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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Brosnahan earned widespread recognition and her first Emmy nomination for guest starring as Rachel Posner on House of Cards.—
Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Scannell also said that his dogs as well as one of his neighbors suffered respiratory problems after one of the project's contractors — who was later fired — was caught dumping debris out of the building's windows.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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This round of activity, meanwhile, is expected to stretch further south, giving more states a chance at catching a glimpse of the colorful display.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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Alumni from Fox News have been some of the most successful in navigating these waters, with both Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly gaining traction with audiences who no longer require a cable subscription to interact with their favorite program or celebrity.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Democratic lawmakers were initially blocked from visiting the site and have since filed legal action to gain access.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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Investigators noted that one of the devices that was seized could not be examined because it was encrypted, the warrant affidavit said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
22 July 2025
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Marino revealed to This American Life that during the early days of filming the reality show, Butler approached him about selling large amounts of marijuana that had been seized in drug raids by Wielsch.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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Of course, red meat isn't for everyone, and for those looking to reap the benefits without sinking their teeth into steak, there are alternatives.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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The Future Of Sports Coverage ESPN is reaping rewards from its bet on McAfee in a media environment seemingly driven by algorithms and outrageous takes.—
Nicole Kraft,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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“Capture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capture. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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