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to grasp at
[phrase form: grasp]
01
to make an effort to obtain or achieve something, often with a sense of desperation because of being unhappy with one's current situation
Examples
He began to grasp at any opportunity to save his failing business.
She would grasp at any chance to mend their broken relationship.
02
to make a sudden and often desperate attempt to catch or hold onto something
Examples
She grasped at the falling book before it hit the ground.
The child grasped at the balloons that were floating away.
