latched on
Example Sentences
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His critics have latched on to how he has made his money defending some of the region’s most notorious underworld figures over two decades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
“Home shoppers in search of value and views latched on to the scenic state, fueled by a remote-work revolution that decoupled high-paying salaries from coastal urban hubs.” she says.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026
The memory makers have latched on to a long-term sectoral tailwind that may be overwhelming their usual cyclicality.
From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026
The tow truck driver stopped in front of the car, latched on using a self-loading lift and drove away without ever leaving the truck.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2026
Other people latched on to his idea—one woman who lived on Dedlock Street, very near the edge of the city, managed to get into the Unknown Regions with her flaming stick.
From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau
