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Recent Examples of lasso
Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Feb. 2025
During the lasso ceremony, the couple’s hands are bound together with either a rope or rosary to symbolize their commitment to each other and the idea that their lives are now intertwined.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025
Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
Adopting a knee-slapping beat and country twang, complete with a two-piece gingham outfit, Roan twirled and lassoed on stage to a rapturous audience.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2024
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Noun
The wacky sketch indeed sees the quartet discussing politics — including the then-unfolding Bill Clinton-Monica Lewinsky scandal — while sitting atop live donkeys, swinging lassos, smoking pipes, and being shot by stray arrows.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Feb. 2025
During the lasso ceremony, the couple’s hands are bound together with either a rope or rosary to symbolize their commitment to each other and the idea that their lives are now intertwined.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2025
Verb
Out West Neo-western drama television series Yellowstone lassoed the attention of viewers so much that fans have begun incorporating the lifestyle aesthetic into their homes.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
Adopting a knee-slapping beat and country twang, complete with a two-piece gingham outfit, Roan twirled and lassoed on stage to a rapturous audience.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lasso
Noun
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Yes, many families absolutely lean into the dress code of cowboy boots, lariats, cowboy hats and other committed interpretations of cowboy formal.—
Margaux Lushing,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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The pieces from the Nature Sauvage collection included cluster earrings and a lariat necklace.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
People.com,
5 May 2025
Verb
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And while Street Fighter would rapidly permeate into mainstream consciousness, even roping in Jean-Claude Van-Damme for its 1994 feature film adaptation, Fatal Fury’s fate was less an instant success than a slow burn.—
Jason Fanelli,
Rolling Stone,
24 Apr. 2025
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The Tampa Bay Rays’ replacement home field, which usually serves as the Yankees’ spring training facility, was part of the problem when Judge roped a ball 111.7 mph off his bat to left field in the top of the eighth inning.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Verb
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But the raid appears to be part of a pattern of farm attacks that has persisted for years in South Africa, a country grappling with one of the world’s highest murder rates.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
21 May 2025
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While policymakers around the world have begun grappling with the implications of generative AI, meaningful regulation or legal clarity still seems slow to emerge.—
Juan Carlos Santiago,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Elgin police and animal control officers faced a challenge trying to wrangle the runaway, needing about 15 minutes — and the lure of carrots — to corral him, the family said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
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Fold linens neatly, use decorative baskets to corral smaller pieces, and work in a couple of decorative items such as a pretty storage box to dress up the piece.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
Verb
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In the morning, the restaurant doubles as a coffee shop where guests can grab drip coffee, fresh juices, and a small selection of hot and cold breakfast options, including the beloved Hawaiian classic, Loco Moco.—
Jalyn Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2025
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The colorful bar framed in bright neon lights is on the main concourse, so people walking by can grab a drink and head to the casino or other favorite activity, Allen said.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
24 May 2025
Verb
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Montreal’s best chances came on a power play, and Thompson came up big, stopping Nick Suzuki’s high-blocker attempt and gloving another shot by Patrik Laine.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Thompson failed to glove a shot by Sebastian Aho, leaving the puck on the doorstep for Seth Jarvis.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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“Lasso.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lasso. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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