capture
Meaning
Capture refers to the act of taking possession or control of something, often used in contexts such as photography, data collection, or military operations.
💡 A common mistake is using "capture" when referring to simply taking a photo without considering the broader implications of possession or control.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
Sunday
morning
Maria
walks
to
the
riverside
with
her
small
camera
to
practice
taking
pictures
.
Today
she
watched
a
boy
flying
a
colourful
kite
and
waited
calmly
for
the
right
moment
.
When
she
finally
pressed
the
button
,
the
capture
showed
the
kite
high
in
the
sky
and
the
boy
smiling
,
and
she
felt
pleased
with
the
result
.
Later
she
shared
the
photo
with
her
friends
and
they
all
commented
on
the
bright
colours
and
natural
light
.
Common Phrases
data capture
wildlife capture
capture the moment
Synonyms
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