hooked
Example Sentences
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An 8-foot hammerhead was briefly hooked by two fishermen on the Malibu pier that year, prompting lifeguards to warn kayakers, surfers and paddlers in the water.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
Drivers who are hooked on EVs are looking for good deals in the used market, paying higher prices or switching to hybrids.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
They allege that multiple features were designed to keep minors hooked, particularly infinite scrolling, excessive notifications and "like" counts.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
Djeidi Gassama started on the left at Tannadice but was hooked at half-time, and Rangers finished with Mohamed Diomande and Aasgaard playing narrow.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
Shomari moved first, reaching for the slingshot hooked to his belt loop, but with surprising speed, Father Olufemi blocked his hand.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
