as in snatching
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
don't grab my arm like that
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Recent Examples of grabbing
These are especially useful for taking public transport, grabbing a quick coffee, or leaving a small tip at a restaurant.
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Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
Peterson led the way, scoring 26 points — 24 before halftime — and grabbing four rebounds.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
Pumpkin patches also have tons of activities aside from just grabbing a gourd.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
SpaceX was also famously involved in funding and operating the headline-grabbing Polaris Dawn crewed commercial mission in September 2024.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
As French police, government officials and top executives at the Louvre Museum continue to scratch their heads over how thieves managed to brazenly steal priceless jewelry in broad daylight, a German company is seizing the moment and grabbing its 15 minutes of fame.
—Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
The shoes retail for $620 are available in an eye-grabbing brown python leather and a rich cacao suede leather.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
But more important than headline-grabbing crowds in major cities is building a network of activists engaged in their communities and civic life, Levin told USA TODAY.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
Despite the early trouble, Green did his vintage work, grabbing seven rebounds and handing out nine assists, tying a game-high plus-20 on the floor along with Jimmy Butler.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
Peterson led the way, scoring 26 points — 24 before halftime — and grabbing four rebounds.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
Pumpkin patches also have tons of activities aside from just grabbing a gourd.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
SpaceX was also famously involved in funding and operating the headline-grabbing Polaris Dawn crewed commercial mission in September 2024.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
As French police, government officials and top executives at the Louvre Museum continue to scratch their heads over how thieves managed to brazenly steal priceless jewelry in broad daylight, a German company is seizing the moment and grabbing its 15 minutes of fame.
—Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
The shoes retail for $620 are available in an eye-grabbing brown python leather and a rich cacao suede leather.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
But more important than headline-grabbing crowds in major cities is building a network of activists engaged in their communities and civic life, Levin told USA TODAY.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
Despite the early trouble, Green did his vintage work, grabbing seven rebounds and handing out nine assists, tying a game-high plus-20 on the floor along with Jimmy Butler.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grabbing
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Going into Detroit and snatching a victory, given the circumstances, would be an energy boost bordering on rocket-propulsion levels.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
1 Nov. 2025
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Diabate is relentless and has an uncanny knack for the ball, endearing himself to his teammates with his penchant for keeping the ball alive or snatching offense rebounds off the glass.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Oct. 2025
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The officer ended up seizing the exempt plates on Farzam’s car, McChesney said.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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In all those cases, the fund may lack the capital for seizing the opportunity.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
1 Nov. 2025
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As for type 2, one of the difficulties of catching the condition in its early stages is that symptoms can develop very gradually.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The tight end had a big day as well, catching six passes for 101 yards.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Ohtani went on to win the World Series with the Dodgers in his first season, capturing the National League MVP as well, without even pitching.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Every frame of the film feels intentional, capturing the river and forests of the Amazon with great attention to the light and sounds of the region.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
24 Oct. 2025
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Other younger-generation consumers say there’s really no advantage to using cash and complain that getting some wastes time.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
1 Nov. 2025
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See all the stars getting SCAD to the bone below.—
EW Staff,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Nov. 2025
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Legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk — who knows a little something about landing a 900 — congratulated Ovechkin on the milestone.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
6 Nov. 2025
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Aziz Ansari's directorial debut, starring Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen, Keke Palmer, Sandra Oh, and Ansari himself, is heading for home release this week, landing on platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Google, and YouTube from November 7.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Numerous shoppers have admitted to snagging it in multiple colors.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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After possibly allowing the opening touchdown to Browns tight end Harold Fannin, Spillane was everywhere; diagnosing run plays, discouraging throws and snagging an interception in the second half.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Grabbing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grabbing. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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