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snare

1 of 2verb
/snɛr/
Forms:snares,snaring,snared,snared
1

to catch something cleverly or with a device

transitive
  • The spider deftly wove a web to snare unsuspecting insects.
  • The detective devised a plan to snare the elusive criminal.
  • The trap was designed to snare rodents that were causing damage to the crops.
  • The hunter snares rabbits using carefully placed traps.
2

to achieve something through clever or skillful tactics

transitive
  • They snared a big contract by impressing the clients with their proposal.
  • Through clever negotiations, he was able to snare a better deal.
  • She snared his attention with her unique approach to the project.
  • He snared a rare opportunity to work with top experts in the field.
  • The marketing team snared a huge audience with their innovative campaign.
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