SNAPS (UP) Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

snaps (up)

verb

present tense third-person singular of snap (up)

as in grabs

to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly I snapped up the last remaining cupcake before anyone else could get their mitts on it

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What a thrilling end to this match as Spain grabs a late winner to beat Belgium, 2-1.

— Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
Once inside, she’s confronted by Tommy (James Eddie), who stupidly grabs her to escort her out.

— William Earl, Variety, 2 July 2026

Definition of grabs

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Your hyperactive dog catches the scent of a deer and, powered by his hunter's instinct, disappears in the forest.

— Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 11 July 2026
Made from mulberry silk with a satin finish, the dress has a natural gleam and catches the light just a touch, setting it apart from other styles in the room.

— Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

Definition of catches

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In the midst of handing the job over to his son, even as Diego is making a speech about water supplies, hygiene and education, Don Alejandro snatches it back to cheers, clutches his heart and dies.

— Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
These picks start at $11 and range from a one-piece swimsuit that snatches your waist to an everyday pair of wide-leg jeans and this summer-friendly tank top.

— Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

Definition of snatches

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Rhaenyra, queen of the Blacks, seizes the Iron Throne in King’s Landing with the support of Alicent, who has simply had enough of her unstable and terrible sons.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 13 July 2026
Trump seizes America’s 250th-birthday spotlight, headlining the Great American State Fair, hosting a UFC bout at the White House and promoting new passports, $250 bills and coins bearing his image.

— Will Weissert, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026

Definition of seizes

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Part of Ruggable's collaboration with Architectural Digest, the Ananda rug (designed by Hema Persad of ADPRO firm Sagrada Studio) captures the charm of traditional Moroccan craftsmanship while standing up to everyday kitchen life.

— Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 9 July 2026
Kate’s puff-sleeve shirt dress feels a touch more sophisticated than a traditional button-down silhouette, and this Amazon lookalike captures the same refined feel.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026

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