as in hitches
a danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized
we ran into a slight snag the night before the show
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as in grabs
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
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Recent Examples of snags
Robin Romm, The Atlantic, 2 May 2026
Boeing’s efforts to keep up kept hitting development snags including its first uncrewed test flight, which missed its rendezvous with the space station entirely in 2019.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Students in Pennsylvania experienced similar snags last week as more state education departments are moving to computerized assessments.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Your intense focus can turn initial success into lasting momentum, while positive self-talk prevents burnout if any snags slow the pace.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
But in typical Netflix-binge-method fashion, the episode’s closing sequence obliterates any narrative snags by shocking us with a cliffhanger.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
There have been other snags as well.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
By Mark Gurman | Bloomberg Apple’s first foldable phone is on track to arrive during the company’s normal iPhone launch period later this year, people with knowledge of the matter said, rebutting concerns about major manufacturing snags.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
But a redevelopment plan for at least one of those schools, North Fork Elementary, could face some snags.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
One cat steals the spotlight and another snags it right back.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Irvine office campus snags $32 million The office campus Centerstone Plaza sold in mid-January for $32 million.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
The highest debut on the latest frame belongs to Madison Beer, the American singer-songwriter whose third album Locket (LOUD/Sony) snags a podium entry, just behind Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving (Universal), down 1-2.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2026
Charm City Boca’s construction hit snags immediately.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Fox would be a logical partner, as Marchand points out, and perhaps NBC snags him for Super Bowl LX coverage in a few weeks.
—Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Continue reading … NEW BEGINNINGS – CBS snags ABC reporter who apologized for remarks about Charlie Kirk alleged shooter's ‘touching’ messages.
—FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Mega Millions winner snags $90M jackpot.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 8 Dec. 2025
Noun
The Calambokidis plan quickly hit some snags.
—Robin Romm, The Atlantic, 2 May 2026
Boeing’s efforts to keep up kept hitting development snags including its first uncrewed test flight, which missed its rendezvous with the space station entirely in 2019.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Students in Pennsylvania experienced similar snags last week as more state education departments are moving to computerized assessments.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Your intense focus can turn initial success into lasting momentum, while positive self-talk prevents burnout if any snags slow the pace.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
But in typical Netflix-binge-method fashion, the episode’s closing sequence obliterates any narrative snags by shocking us with a cliffhanger.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
There have been other snags as well.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
By Mark Gurman | Bloomberg Apple’s first foldable phone is on track to arrive during the company’s normal iPhone launch period later this year, people with knowledge of the matter said, rebutting concerns about major manufacturing snags.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
But a redevelopment plan for at least one of those schools, North Fork Elementary, could face some snags.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Verb
Jewelry Minor snags from rings, watches, bracelets, and necklaces can present big problems for delicate fabrics.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
One cat steals the spotlight and another snags it right back.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026
Irvine office campus snags $32 million The office campus Centerstone Plaza sold in mid-January for $32 million.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
The highest debut on the latest frame belongs to Madison Beer, the American singer-songwriter whose third album Locket (LOUD/Sony) snags a podium entry, just behind Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving (Universal), down 1-2.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2026
Charm City Boca’s construction hit snags immediately.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Fox would be a logical partner, as Marchand points out, and perhaps NBC snags him for Super Bowl LX coverage in a few weeks.
—Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Continue reading … NEW BEGINNINGS – CBS snags ABC reporter who apologized for remarks about Charlie Kirk alleged shooter's ‘touching’ messages.
—FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Mega Millions winner snags $90M jackpot.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 8 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snags
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But her journey hasn’t been without a few hitches.—
Aaron Tolentino,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The draft horse shows this week during the stock show’s 120th anniversary will include 15 six-horse hitches, or six horses pulling a wagon.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Fans start to notice what's happening about five seconds into it, and then another man comes up behind the fan, grabs him and tackles him into the seats.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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And if no candidate grabs a majority in either of those races, this district’s voters might have to go to the polls four times.—
East Bay Times editorial board,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Botin and the Spanish started taking risks, breaking out to the far side of the course in a bid to get a winning split on the Australians, but to no avail.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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Highlighting his emergency response to the Palisades Fire, Allen has a four step plan to stabilize the market, hold the industry accountable, transform the Department into a rapid-response agency and reduce risks.—
Teagan Davidge,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
Verb
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The pair hope the wood-fire concept catches a spark in the area.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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Also, Andrew Greif catches you up on the NHL playoffs, as round 2 is underway there, too.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Some have already pointed out the system’s pitfalls, however.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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To be sure, the stock market could continue to climb a wall of worry and rise to new heights, if the largest companies continue to navigate any pitfalls in the current macroeconomic setup and keep expanding their businesses.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
11 May 2026
Verb
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When the Mafia snatches her anyway, his PTSD returns and launches him on a dark path to vengeance.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
24 Apr. 2026
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The moment, captured on video and shared via Storyful, shows Serezhkina beginning her report before the dog — later identified as Martin — lunges forward and snatches the microphone straight from her hands.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Government Accountability Office report lands at a moment when Congress is weighing the future of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the main federal agency supporting museums.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
7 May 2026
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Keep it simple and grounded so your message lands clearly.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
Verb
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Rather than intercepting income at the source, a bank levy freezes and seizes funds that are already sitting in your checking or savings account.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Like any well-meaning grifter, Anna (Halle Bailey) seizes the opportunity to hop a flight to picturesque Tuscany after meeting a handsome Italian stranger with an empty villa.—
Rebecca Aizin,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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