latch
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
In effect, the toxin must first latch onto this protein before it can carry out its damaging activity.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026
But some proteins are so flat that they are hard to latch on to.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
Fast-forward 40 years, it’s impossible to imagine that MacLachlan would have anything else for Other Kyle to latch onto.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
Greggs, the UK's largest fast-food chain, has launched a range of new products this year, many of which latch onto trends such as high-protein salads and matcha.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
While we wait, Ben motions to a steel door with a flashing blue light, its latch encased within a clear locked box.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
Everything from seat-belt buckle mechanisms to door latches could change how passengers might evacuate in an emergency, or how they are protected in a crash, Federal Aviation Administration chief Bryan Bedford told reporters last month.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
Tesla’s vehicles primarily use electronic door latches that are opened by pressing a button.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 24, 2025
“There is a lot of information that’s lost from having no vision,” says Liana Mutia, who latches onto opponents and relies on her hands to compete in judo.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2024
The system latches onto that speaker's voice and continues to play it back to the listener, even as the pair moves around.
From Science Daily ● May 24, 2024
It latches on to me, pulling me down deeper and deeper into the cold, dark water.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
Vocabulary lists containing latch
"The Tragedy of Macbeth," Vocabulary from Act 4
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"Little Red Riding Hood" by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills," Vocabulary from Module Six
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word