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latch

noun as in lock

verb as in fasten with lock

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Researchers understood in the 1980s that T-cells mature in the thymus and undergo a test to eliminate cells that would latch on to our own tissues.

France centre Nassira Konde crossed for her second try to close the gap, but Meg Jones ensured England had the final say as she latched on to replacement Holly Aitchison's kick to dot down.

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There’s no guarantee the Chargers will pass through the gate of golden opportunity, but this 2-0 team has sawed the lock off the latch.

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And so, when he uses martyr language to describe Kirk, his adherents latch on.

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You don’t have to avoid these areas, but should instead wear protective clothing to prevent a tick from latching onto your skin.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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