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snare

[snair] / snɛər /




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"We suspect during the final construction stage the spider adds a pheromone that specifically lures worker ants and induces an aggressive attack, triggering the snare," said Professor Narendra.

From Science Daily Jun. 26, 2026

Experts say poaching in the region has waned, though a ranger found part of an old snare during AFP's visit.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

A new species of spider which weaves a catapult-like silk trap to snare a single type of ant has been discovered in the remote rainforests of northern Australia.

From BBC Jun. 23, 2026

Also percussive yet much quieter is Anri Sala’s snare drum, dangling upside down from the ceiling at Esther Schipper.

From The Wall Street Journal May 14, 2026

Isn’t this just a larger snare with a more scientific component?

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins

“With global commodity trade already facing notable logistical snares due to the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a resumption in Houthi attacks in the Red Sea would add yet another layer of complexity.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 9, 2026

The organisation, along with other local groups, removes snares, safeguards dens and provides information for law enforcement on illegal trade in ivory and bushmeat.

From BBC Nov. 3, 2025

In her own roles, Qualley snares the viewer with a physical conviction so bold and confident that it’s difficult to look at any other actor when she’s in the frame.

From Salon Aug. 23, 2025

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The ebullient thrum of staccato snares, thumping sousaphones, and tramping shoes all acting in unison filled the gray morning air in the parking lot outside Angel Stadium recently.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 31, 2024

They took it in turns to sleep in the big bed, to make the supper, to set snares in the wood for small animals, to draw water up from the deep well behind the house.

From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman

Lionsgate’s blockbuster Michael Jackson documentary, “Michael,” snared $20 million, bringing its total to $314 million.

From Los Angeles Times May 24, 2026

It's performed by Senhit – a three-time Eurovision entrant, who made headlines in 2021 when she snared Flo Rida to perform on her 22nd-place track Adrenalina.

From BBC May 8, 2026

Next to exes like Madonna and Daryl Hannah, she was a commoner, a Calvin Klein stylist who somehow snared the heart of an American prince.

From Salon Feb. 12, 2026

The left-armer snared three wickets in a dramatic over to flip the game on its head as the hosts were skittled for 116 with three balls to spare.

From Barron's Feb. 3, 2026

Neither the beauty of my sister nor my intense interest in the DNA structure had snared him.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson

Websites purporting to offer demo versions of the forthcoming “Grand Theft Auto” version VI are snaring gamers in malware, according to cybersecurity company Malwarebytes.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 26, 2026

FBAR, far from snaring high rollers, sets the amount at $10,000.

From MarketWatch Jun. 17, 2026

Neither player dropped serve in set one but there were three breaks to start the next set, with Anisimova snaring two of them before Wang had a medical timeout.

From Barron's Jan. 26, 2026

The greatest threat these large carnivores face is habitat loss, while snaring and a declining prey base also play a role.

From BBC Nov. 3, 2025

Perhaps to shift my mind from my worries, he showed me how he did his snaring, using a few long strands of horsetail hair that he kept in his bag.

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi




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