Synonyms of snagging

snagging

verb

present participle of snag

as in grabbing

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

often late for work, I generally snag a bagel as I run out the door in the morning

Synonyms & Similar Words

• grabbing
• catching
• snatching
• seizing
• capturing
• getting
• landing
• nabbing
• snaring
• trapping
• hooking
• bagging
• netting
• corralling
• nailing
• grappling
• copping
• collaring
• rapping
• snapping (up)
• taking hold (of)
• glomming
• grasping
• holding
• clutching
• securing
• nobbling
• arresting
• detaining
• apprehending
• roping
• gripping
• lassoing
• clasping
• gloving
• cornering
• ensnaring
• entangling
• kidnapping
• rending
• abducting
• entrapping
• haltering
• baying
• wresting
• fastening (on)
• latching (on or onto)
• meshing
• fisting
• enmeshing
• spiriting (away or off)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• missing
• releasing
• discharging
• freeing
• dropping
• liberating
• loosening
• unhanding

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of snagging

And for those who don’t have a specific preference in pattern, snagging your gift-wrapping supplies now saves you from a last-minute trip to the store during the busiest time of year. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2026

Sometimes, the best part of shopping sale sections during shoulder season is snagging capsule pieces that can be worn year-round. — Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2026

Moore will get his yards but might have a devil of a time snagging a TD. — Bill Reinhard, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026

Do something a little different with your night or weekend by snagging a Play-Doh Blooms kit. — Cameron Faulkner, The Verge, 29 Oct. 2026

Reservations are tough on Friday and Saturday nights, but flexibility is key to snagging a seat. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026

Don’t underestimate Turturro’s chances of snagging the fifth Best Actor spot. — Nate Jones, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026

Polartec is updating its Alpha active insulation platform with a patent-pending construction designed to address snagging and shedding as brands increasingly use the material as a visible or standalone layer. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026

Awaka is on a two-way contract but has earned praise from teammates and coaches for his relentless approach to training camp and knack for snagging rebounds. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026