grab (the) headlines

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: to be given much attention in the news

A new cancer treatment grabbed (the) headlines this week.

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Myths about fraud and abuse may grab headlines but don’t represent reality. —

Clifford Tatum, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024 But what about zombie companies whose financial struggles may not grab headlines? —

Robert Gorin, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024 Password Managers: The Unsung Heroes of Cybersecurity While shiny new technologies grab headlines, the Bitwarden survey demonstrates that mastering the fundamentals—like password management—remains key to defending against cyberattacks. —

Tony Bradley, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 Although new build developments may grab headlines for their green certifications and innovative designs, retrofitting existing buildings is where the greatest emissions reduction impact can be achieved. —

Felicia Jackson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for grab (the) headlines

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