latched on
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.
His critics have latched on to how he has made his money defending some of the region’s most notorious underworld figures over two decades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
“Home shoppers in search of value and views latched on to the scenic state, fueled by a remote-work revolution that decoupled high-paying salaries from coastal urban hubs.” she says.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026
After a stint in community college, Gervase latched on with Louisiana State for the 2022 season and got drafted that year in the 12th round by the New York Mets.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
But Citrini’s scenario is just one of a number of plausible ones, though in the current mood, the market latched on.
From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026
He pulled in a breath and his eyes latched on to mine.
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
![]()