grabbling

Definition of grabblingnext
present participle of grabble

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for grabbling
Verb
  • Within a few blocks of the hotel are also many spots worthy of grabbing a tasty bite or a drink—Bamboo Sushi, Radio Room, and Walter French's, to name a few.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
  • What’s particularly exciting is how many films are grabbing dates in ’27 and ’28.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Alongside Palasciano, speakers assailed the influx of Indian Americans, from accusing them of snatching the American Dream to criticizing their driving skills and even blaming them for traffic.
    Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 16 Feb. 2026
  • Guards shouting orders and snatching toys from small hands.
    Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Virginia started the second half with a 12-3 run, seizing a 51-47 lead on Mallory’s long 3-pointer.
    Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 22 Feb. 2026
  • In November 2022, FBI agents carried out a search and seizure warrant at Huntsman’s residence, seizing multiple items.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 21 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • But in recent years, authorities appeared to be closing in, capturing several high-ranking associates and close family members.
    Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2026
  • Cousin and team manager Nancy Jordan is there for every match, capturing photos and moments that matter beyond medals.
    Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • If that sounds like clutching at straws, Italy and Norway have to play the two best men’s teams in Cortina so far, Switzerland and Canada, respectively.
    Matt Slater, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
  • When Germany’s Laura Nolte’s final run came up short to Meyers Taylor’s time, the veteran Olympian fell to her knees in tears of joy, clutching an American flag, with her two sons, five-year-old Nico and 3-year-old Noah by her side.
    Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
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“Grabbling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grabbling. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.

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