capture

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He has raced to social media to announce the capture of suspects in two high-profile shootings—that of Charlie Kirk and that at Brown University—before any suspect was actually apprehended.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

The inclusion date for new issues in the Nasdaq 100 will be “front-runnable” by hedge funds and anyone wanting to capture a quick profit, Murray says.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Adapting to these changes requires new thinking and new approaches, he said, including efforts to use water more efficiently, recycle more wastewater, capture more runoff to replenish groundwater, and change how reservoirs are operated.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

With energy-hungry projects requiring huge workforces and sprawling supply chains, companies including SLB, Baker Hughes and even major oil companies have vied to capture more of Silicon Valley’s spending spree.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

“As long as these ruins have been here, the people capture and eat guinea pigs—or cuys, as they’re better known. Every day more and more get caught and raised to end up in barbecues.”

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova