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to grab
01
to take hold of an object or surface rapidly or abruptly
Transitive: to grab sth
Example
The child grabbed his mother 's hand as he tripped on the pavement.
She grabbed the edge of the table to steady herself as the boat rocked back and forth on the rough waves.
He grabbed the railing tightly as he stumbled on the stairs, preventing himself from falling.
02
to take someone or something suddenly or violently
Transitive: to grab sb by a body part or clothes
Example
The coach grabbed the player by the jersey and pulled him aside for a private conversation.
The police officer grabbed the suspect by the arm and pulled him away from the scene of the crime.
In a fit of anger, he grabbed his coworker by the shoulders and shook him forcefully.
03
to take or get something quickly or hastily
Transitive: to grab sth
Example
He grabbed the last available seat on the crowded bus.
She grabbed the last piece of cake from the dessert table during the party.
They grabbed a pizza on the way home from work since they did n't have time to cook dinner.
04
to reach for or try to seize something with a quick motion
Transitive: to grab at sth
Example
The child grabbed at the colorful balloons as they floated above her head.
She grabbed at the branch as she slipped on the muddy trail, trying to prevent a fall.
The cat grabbed at the moving toy with its claws, pawing at it eagerly as it darted across the floor.
05
to attract or hold someone's attention or interest
Transitive: to grab sb
Example
The vibrant colors and unique design of the painting grabbed the museum visitors.
The speaker 's passionate delivery and thought-provoking ideas grabbed the audience.
The catchy melody and infectious rhythm of the song grabbed the listeners and made it an instant hit.
06
to acquire something opportunistically or unethically
Transitive: to grab an advantage
Example
She grabbed the promotion by spreading rumors about her colleagues.
He grabbed confidential information from the company 's database to gain an advantage over his competitors.
The scam artist used deceptive tactics to grab money from vulnerable individuals.
Example
The child grabbed his mother's hand as he tripped on the pavement.
She grabbed the edge of the table to steady herself as the boat rocked back and forth on the rough waves.
He grabbed the railing tightly as he stumbled on the stairs, preventing himself from falling.
As the car skidded on the icy road, he grabbed the steering wheel tightly, trying to regain control.
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