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Lopes worked his way back with effective leg kicks before landing a heavy right hook in the third round that left Volkanovski rattled.

From Barron's Feb. 1, 2026

Taylor Swift gets a public thank-you note from George Michael’s estate after using his ‘Father Figure’ hook in her ‘Life of a Showgirl’ song of the same name.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 3, 2025

The team called the new animal Uncus, which means "hook" in Latin, noting in the paper its similarities to modern-day nematodes.

From Science Daily Nov. 18, 2024

Bicycles: Bikes are allowed onboard light rail, hanging from a hook in a nook that doubles as luggage space.

From Seattle Times Apr. 26, 2024

A watch, repaired and ready, hanging on its hook in the back of the shop, month after month.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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