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to grab
01
to take hold of an object or surface rapidly or abruptly
Transitive: to grab sth
Examples
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
Examples
The police officer grabbed the suspect by the arm and pulled him away from the scene of the crime.
03
to take or get something quickly or hastily
Transitive: to grab sth
Examples
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
Examples
She grabbed at the branch as she slipped on the muddy trail, trying to prevent a fall.
05
to attract or hold someone's attention or interest
Transitive: to grab sb
Examples
The movie 's intriguing plot and captivating visuals grabbed the audience from the very beginning.
06
to acquire something opportunistically or unethically
Transitive: to grab an advantage
Examples
The corrupt politician used his position to grab land from unsuspecting citizens for his personal gain.
Grab
01
the act of seizing or catching something with the hands
02
a mechanical device designed to grip or hold objects
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