Rechercher
to grapple
01
to seize hold of someone forcefully or aggressively
02
to engage in a determined effort to confront and resolve a problem or obstacle
03
to wrestle or struggle closely with someone, using hands or the body
Grapple
01
combat rapproché
the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
02
combat rapproché
a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope
03
combat rapproché
a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam
Exemple
The teacher grappled the student who was causing a disturbance.
In a fit of anger, he grappled his adversary, engaging in a physical altercation.
The security guard grappled the shoplifter, holding them until the authorities arrived.
The police officer grappled the suspect's arm, preventing them from escaping.
Every Saturday, the siblings playfully grapple in the backyard.
