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capturing

Pronunciation: [ˈkæp.tʃər.ɪŋ]

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Learn how to use capturing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “photography”

(verb) to take a picture or make a video of something. It’s like using your camera to catch a special moment that you want to remember.

Example

She is capturing beautiful images of nature on her hike.

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He wasn't capturing any good photos at the party because his camera was broken.

Example

What moments do you enjoy capturing most with your camera?

Context: “control”

(verb) to take control of someone or something, often by using force. This is like when someone takes over a place or a person cannot escape.

Example

The team was capturing the flag during the game and they looked very excited.

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They were not capturing the enemy base during the game, so they lost.

Example

How do you think they will capture the castle in the game?

Context: “attention”

(verb) to get someone's attention in a way that makes them interested. It’s like doing something special so that people notice you.

Example

The teacher is capturing the students' attention with an interesting story.

Example

His boring presentation was not capturing anyone's attention.

Example

What activities are good at capturing kids' attention?

How to pronounce capturing

Pronunciation: [ˈkæp.tʃər.ɪŋ]

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