hook

Example Sentences

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Though not well known and perennially underenforced, this clause provides an important hook for congressional action to safeguard an inclusive, multiracial democracy.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

“What really caused our phone to start ringing off the hook was when Anduril participated in our customer conference back in January,” the CEO said.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Some prospective IPO investors feared that Mastercard could ultimately be on the hook for many billions of dollars’ worth of legal liabilities related to allegations of price fixing.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

To make my characters more interesting than that, I wanted them to have moments of self-awareness that would stick like a splinter in their brains and not let them off the hook.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Eventually she regained the use of her arms and legs enough to be able to move about with assistance, though her hands would never again hold her crochet hook or knitting needles.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom