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as in control
the ability to direct the course of something
for a time it looked like most of Europe would be within Hitler's grasp
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2
as in grip
the act or manner of holding
during the roller coaster ride, my date clutched my arm with a deathlike grasp
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as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
I think I finally have a grasp of Spanish grammar
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as in to understand
to have a practical understanding of
he just doesn't grasp how important it is that he call when he'll be late
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as in to hug
to put one's arms around and press tightly
the departing soldier grasped his children a little closer than usual
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as in to hold
to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms
the attendant grasped my arm and steered me towards the door
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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
the emergency operator finally grasped what he was trying to tell her
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Recent Examples of grasp
Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 20 Apr. 2025
Our local birds have not only taken a firm grasp on reestablishing their once-abundant population.
—Thomas Weddle, Outdoor Life, 17 Apr. 2025
Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2025
Hine, then in his early 30s, was part of a growing Progressive movement that sought large-scale social and political reform following the collapse of post-Civil War Reconstruction and the explosion of the grasping Gilded Age.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2025
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Noun
Kaplan lived with a firm grasp of reality in his work.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 20 Apr. 2025
Our local birds have not only taken a firm grasp on reestablishing their once-abundant population.
—Thomas Weddle, Outdoor Life, 17 Apr. 2025
Verb
To remove it, grasp it at the crown—where the lanky stems originate—and pull straight up.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2025
Hine, then in his early 30s, was part of a growing Progressive movement that sought large-scale social and political reform following the collapse of post-Civil War Reconstruction and the explosion of the grasping Gilded Age.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grasp
Noun
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However, his potential control over the Vatican Bank raises important questions about FBAR filing duties.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Stories about strict border controls and immigration enforcement have created hesitation among potential travelers.—
Jackie Snow,
Quartz,
24 May 2025
Noun
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The long, ergonomic handle is designed for adult hands, ensuring a comfortable grip during feeding sessions.—
Toby Rose,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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To properly prepare for a rain walk, experts recommend: Wearing shoes with a good grip.—
Alyssa Hui-Anderson,
Verywell Health,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Without mutual understanding, both can feel unseen or misunderstood.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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And the clear understanding on the part of Spielberg of what Stanley Kubrick used to call the submersible units of narrative.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
Verb
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To understand what’s at stake amid the NNSA’s workforce woes, USA TODAY interviewed current and former agency officials and reviewed decades of watchdog reports, safety records and other official documents.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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The realtor also pulled permits to help determine a timeline of events to understand when some of the damage occurred.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
19 May 2025
Verb
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After the Mass, while meeting with dignitaries and world faith leaders, the pope broke protocol to hug his brother.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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The extra weight is believed to help calm the nervous system, mimicking the feeling of being hugged and promoting a sense of security and relaxation.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Particularly in less densely populated parts of America, plenty of government officials and citizens still hold a grudge over the way businesses and schools were temporarily shut down.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
17 May 2025
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The result is partial solutions that rarely hold under pressure.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
Verb
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On May 9, a swarm of what are believed to be Africanized honey bees, also known as killer bees, attacked and killed three horses in Comanche, Texas, just about 50 miles southeast of Eastland.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Barnett is best known for his participation in the first season of Love Island USA, which premiered in 2019.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Still, though, worthy of appreciation in the eyes of someone for whom the softness of an aging body can look a lot like love.—
Valerie Monroe,
Allure,
23 May 2025
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Gordon noted an appreciation for the architecture of the building, including nods to the elevated tracks and trains that previously ran through the area.—
Aman Kidwai,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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“Grasp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grasp. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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