Synonyms of grabs

grabs 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of grab

as in seizes

to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly

don't grab my arm like that

Synonyms & Similar Words

• seizes
• snatches
• catches
• captures
• gets
• lands
• nabs
• snags
• traps
• hooks
• grasps
• holds
• grapples
• bags
• snaps (up)
• takes hold (of)
• snares
• nets
• nails
• raps
• corrals
• clutches
• gloms
• collars
• cops
• kidnaps
• secures
• arrests
• grips
• detains
• nobbles
• apprehends
• gloves
• abducts
• clasps
• corners
• ropes
• fists
• rends
• wrests
• ensnares
• lassos
• entraps
• fastens (on)
• entangles
• enmeshes
• latches (on or onto)
• bays
• meshes
• halters
• spirits (away or off)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• misses
• releases
• frees
• drops
• liberates
• discharges
• loosens
• unhands

grabs

2 of 2

noun

plural of grab

as in thefts

an instance of theft

a political activist who thinks the government's lease of public lands to logging companies amounts to an illegal land grab

Synonyms & Similar Words

• thefts
• pinches
• heists
• burglaries
• rip-offs
• holdups
• stickups
• muggings
• break-ins

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of grabs

Verb

As the striker attempts to get back to his feet, albeit with a handful of the defender’s shirt, Rosario grabs Haaland’s backside. — Sam Lee, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Innanen came up with the idea that, as Anton gets up to leave while Paul Baker and Issa make out, Paul Baker grabs his leg to keep him on the bed. — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026

The trooper grabs the man by his wrist and his dreadlocks and began yanking his upper body through the window, the video shows. — Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 31 Aug. 2026

Then Ben and Jack found this moment where Paul Baker grabs Anton’s thigh. — Angelina Mazza, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Before assisting Shoupe, Rafe grabs his gun, admits to killing Sheriff Peterkin and shares his regret for doing so. — Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

Kurt's key takeaways What grabs me about this story isn’t simply the fact that a robot was involved in eye surgery. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 19 Aug. 2026

The little breaths, the cloth grabs and punches were all deliberate. — Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 17 Aug. 2026

When the cashier opens the register, the suspect pulls out a knife, reaches over the counter, grabs the cash, and runs off. — Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026

Noun

Even the Senate, which Republicans once were well-positioned to keep, is up for grabs. — Jonathan J. Cooper, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2026

While Gordon's place in the show looks like it hasn't been updated in a few decades, the property up for grabs on Airbnb appears fresh and modern, with hardwood floors, bright white walls, and contemporary but comfortable furniture. — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

The Saints finished strong last season by winning four of five, and the NFC South is up for grabs. — The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

But with less than two months until election day, control of the chamber is now up for grabs. — Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Everyone in the house gets involved in the election, phone banking and going after the 80 or so votes still up for grabs. — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026

But at the April municipal election, both Fears’ and McCandless’ seats were up for grabs -- and Independence voters chose to remove both from the dais. — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

The Georgia Southern product exploded during training camp and preseason with athletic grabs and highlight touchdowns, and his story about playing for his late younger sister went viral after his big night in Seattle. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2026

All that got him was a one-shot lead in a season finale very much up for grabs. — ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026