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as in winning
to receive as return for effort
the movie's producers captured several awards for their work
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as in grabbing
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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Recent Examples of capturing
On the top floor, there were wooden beams and skylights capturing the sunset.
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Mary Wenthur,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
Democratic votes split for governor In a candidate field that saw far more competition for Democrats than Republicans, GOP candidate Hilton was the single most popular governor candidate in the county, capturing about 30% of the vote.
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Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 June 2026
Vijay credited Bhagyaraj’s films with capturing humor, family relationships and everyday emotion while reflecting broader social values.
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Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 June 2026
According to the researchers, these new photomemristors could potentially adapt much faster while still capturing and processing all the fine details.
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Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
Companies that invest only in capturing demand often find their pipeline is fragile, their cost per acquisition climbs over time and growth flattens once the in-market segment is saturated.
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James Fratzke,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
For their part, African nations recognize the need to streamline regulatory environments, with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) serving as a sign of the region’s commitment to attracting capital at scale, capturing more value, and building resilient economies.
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Jeremy Ebobisse,
Time,
26 June 2026
And the camera is capable of very fast burst rates, a plus for capturing action.
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Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
25 June 2026
With her mother capturing the encounter on camera, Myah recently came face-to-face with the unexpected visitor in her Riverside Park neighborhood.
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Joan Murray,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
Mary Wenthur,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
Democratic votes split for governor In a candidate field that saw far more competition for Democrats than Republicans, GOP candidate Hilton was the single most popular governor candidate in the county, capturing about 30% of the vote.
—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 June 2026
Vijay credited Bhagyaraj’s films with capturing humor, family relationships and everyday emotion while reflecting broader social values.
—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 June 2026
According to the researchers, these new photomemristors could potentially adapt much faster while still capturing and processing all the fine details.
—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
Companies that invest only in capturing demand often find their pipeline is fragile, their cost per acquisition climbs over time and growth flattens once the in-market segment is saturated.
—
James Fratzke,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
For their part, African nations recognize the need to streamline regulatory environments, with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) serving as a sign of the region’s commitment to attracting capital at scale, capturing more value, and building resilient economies.
—
Jeremy Ebobisse,
Time,
26 June 2026
And the camera is capable of very fast burst rates, a plus for capturing action.
—
Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
25 June 2026
With her mother capturing the encounter on camera, Myah recently came face-to-face with the unexpected visitor in her Riverside Park neighborhood.
—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capturing
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The New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals was a tremendous accomplishment for the organization and its players, while also bringing a joyous end to the team's long championship drought for fans.
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Lendeborg, 23, was the Big Ten player of the year and leader of Michigan’s national championship-winning team.
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The video then shows the woman throwing Martinez to the ground, grabbing her by the hair and repeatedly attacking her as bystanders try to step in and help.
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According to Sangrio, the video appears to show Matthew Cox, O'Toole's then-attendant, striking the 60-year-old with a broom, punching him and grabbing him by the neck.
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The wide receiver spent most of his career with the Green Bay Packers, helping the franchise win Super Bowl XXXI and earning Pro Bowl honors in 1998.
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Teen entrepreneurship has evolved significantly, with high schoolers now running real businesses and securing college opportunities, often earning thousands.
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Residents and visitors line downtown streets waving flags, children scramble for the best candy-catching spots along the parade route, and families spend the day enjoying pancake breakfasts, baseball and an evening fireworks show.
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Rushing’s injury could have suddenly put the Dodgers’ catching situation in a precarious position.
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To remain tuition-free, Miss Major Middle is launching as a microschool, a nontraditional educational model gaining traction nationwide.
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Living with less and gaining more Life here isn’t perfect.
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Authorities served a search warrant at the rescue on May 1, seizing electronics, business records, financial records, firearms, and other evidence, according to the sheriff.
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For leadership teams worldwide, this requires striking a careful balance between responding to immediate disruption and seizing arising opportunities to bolster growth.
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Manufacturing at Micron’s new $50 billion plant isn’t set to start until next year, but the project is already reaping millions of dollars for Boise.
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Large firms have outsourced labor-intensive work while reaping technology’s huge productivity gains.
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Heim, the 2024 truck series champion who will move full time into Cup next season with 23XI Racing, led the final three laps after snatching first from teammate Tyler Reddick.
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Qatar trailed for more than 70 minutes against Switzerland before snatching its draw with a 94th-minute goal from Miro Muheim.
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“Capturing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capturing. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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