snare

Example Sentences

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Kaley’s lawsuit is a test case chosen from among hundreds alleging that social media apps were designed to snare young kids and keep them hooked.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Some scientists thought these fish-eating creatures may have been fully aquatic, gliding through deep waters to snare prey.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

The closing number, “Match-Lit,” features a moody production with a clanging snare drum and bits of pedal-steel guitar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 30, 2025

But he said he could not let benefits "become a snare for those who can and want to work".

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2025

Between these and the newspaper advertisement, the detectives were hoping to snare the sister in their trap.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan