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latch onto

 

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Latch Onto

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Sense 1: To grasp and hold onto something tightly

Example Sentence: She latched onto the railing as the ship sailed through rough waters.

Sense 2: To understand or comprehend something quickly

Example Sentence: The math concept was difficult, but he latched onto it after a few examples.

Sense 3: To become interested in or obsessed with something

Example Sentence: She latched onto the idea of traveling the world after reading a travel magazine.

Sense 4: (Local usage) To attach or connect two things together using a latch

Example Sentence: The carpenter latched onto the doors of the cabinet to keep them securely closed.

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