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as in lariat
a rope or long leather thong with a noose used especially for catching livestock the cowpuncher skillfully tossed the lasso around the calf's neck

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verb

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Recent Examples of lasso
Noun
The item could grab the attention of University of Texas fans (as the longhorn is their mascot), or those in love with the Western lifestyle that has lassoed so many hearts. Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024 According to Paramount Global, that’s up 4% from the Season 5A finale, which lassoed 10.3M live + same-day viewers. Katie Campione, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
His team regularly catches alligators and American crocodiles by simply getting close enough to slip a lasso around their neck. Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 6 June 2025 From Americana stars and stripes to turquoise, cow print, and denim patterns or lassos, cacti, and the gold SIR DAVIS emblem, Dawkins’ nail sets cater to various interpretations of a cowboy. Ruth Etiesit Samuel, Essence, 4 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for lasso
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lasso
Noun
  • The long, fluid chain adapts to multiple wearing styles, such as double row, lariat, or sautoir, embodying Pomellato’s commitment to versatility and contemporary elegance.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Yes, many families absolutely lean into the dress code of cowboy boots, lariats, cowboy hats and other committed interpretations of cowboy formal.
    Margaux Lushing, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Verb
  • Salvador Perez then roped a ground-rule double, and former Florida Gators star Jac Caglianone, who was hitting .143 entering the game, cleared the bases with a two-run double into the gap in center for a 3-0 lead.
    Steve Gorten, Miami Herald, 20 July 2025
  • Dressed in jeans, cowboy boots and hats and leather jackets, the family band has no problem roping the studio audience in with its irresistible energy and instantly hummable tune.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 July 2025
Verb
  • The singularity theorems invite researchers to grapple with the nature of these points and pursue a more fundamental theory that can clarify what might continue if time truly stops.
    Charlie Wood, Wired News, 20 July 2025
  • Downtown Denver’s condo market faces a harsh reality, as potential sellers grapple with a surge in inventory while potential buyers have become more cautious about making large purchases.
    Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 19 July 2025
Verb
  • His sprawling hands corralled loose balls and wayward shots with ease.
    Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
  • The long stick junior midfielder did it all, scoring 12 goals to go with 33 assists, while corralling 112 ground balls and 62 caused turnovers.
    Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 7 July 2025
Verb
  • Leave your troubles behind and grab a lime, because Thursday is National Tequila Day.
    Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
  • 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
Verb
  • Hellebuyck, with 22 saves, came through with his biggest game and best moments, most notably gloving Thomas Harley’s second-period slot shot with a desperate, windmill save.
    Murat Ates, New York Times, 16 May 2025
  • The actress paired the look with dangling diamond earrings and black opera gloves with a ring on her finger.
    Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 24 May 2025

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“Lasso.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lasso. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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