as in snatched
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
don't grab my arm like that
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Recent Examples of grabbed
One partygoer grabbed a fragrance and practically bathed in the smokey orange accords of Rendez-Vous Ivory.
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Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
Natalia’s story grabbed the attention of the public in 2019 when Indiana prosecutors leveled charges against the Barnetts for allegedly neglecting a dependent.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Bonneville, sitting behind her, grabbed her hand for the last 15 minutes and didn’t let go.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2025
Then Cage grabbed the plane intercom.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
On Wednesday in Yolo Superior Court, West Sacramento police investigators testified that one of Carter’s friends grabbed a bag of marijuana from the dealer without paying before gunshots rang out.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Then a female fan grabbed his arm and yelled at him, insisting the ball belonged to her.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The new iPhones, AirPods, and Apple Watches grabbed most of the headlines from Tuesday's Apple event, so a helpful update to some older AirPods might have escaped your attention.
—PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2025
Twenty-four hours later, Ohtani entered the visiting clubhouse in Baltimore and grabbed his glove.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
Natalia’s story grabbed the attention of the public in 2019 when Indiana prosecutors leveled charges against the Barnetts for allegedly neglecting a dependent.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
Bonneville, sitting behind her, grabbed her hand for the last 15 minutes and didn’t let go.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2025
Then Cage grabbed the plane intercom.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
On Wednesday in Yolo Superior Court, West Sacramento police investigators testified that one of Carter’s friends grabbed a bag of marijuana from the dealer without paying before gunshots rang out.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Then a female fan grabbed his arm and yelled at him, insisting the ball belonged to her.
—Dan Schlossberg, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The new iPhones, AirPods, and Apple Watches grabbed most of the headlines from Tuesday's Apple event, so a helpful update to some older AirPods might have escaped your attention.
—PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2025
Twenty-four hours later, Ohtani entered the visiting clubhouse in Baltimore and grabbed his glove.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grabbed
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People going out in the street and being snatched from their family members is not normal.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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However, Piotr Szczerek, identified as a Polish chief executive, was stood nearby and snatched the hat away before giving it to a woman, despite the boy’s visible protestations.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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In addition, several firearms and drugs were seized from other residences, according to police.—
Jack Moore,
ABC News,
6 Sep. 2025
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Local, national and global media outlets this week seized on the opportunity to report Zuckerberg's lawsuit against Meta.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
6 Sep. 2025
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Kirk’s zeal caught the attention of Bill Montgomery, a businessman and Tea Party activist, who urged him to forgo college and dedicate himself fully to political organizing.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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Since 1986, employers have required to verify workers' eligibility to work, and can be fined or jailed if caught knowingly breaking the law.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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According to Arya, the index allows investors to track a very different opportunity than what is captured in major benchmarks.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Lyles captured nearly three quarters of the vote, followed by Kim, who had about 21%.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Eagles also landed wide receiver John Metchie III, quarterback Sam Howell, and offensive tackles Fred Johnson and Darian Kennard to add more talent to the roster despite coming off a Super Bowl win.—
Matt Wadleigh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Last month the company raised $500 million, boosting its valuation to nearly $7 billion; hired its first CFO; and landed a marquee recruit in Joelle Pineau, Meta’s longtime head of AI research.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Police reported the suspect got into an awaiting black SUV driven by a second suspect, and the pair fled the scene.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Boise State football got the train back on the tracks last Friday night, torching Eastern Washington 51-14 in the Broncos’ home opener to get to 1-1 on the season.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Sep. 2025
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Pink and Willow snagged some cool gear from the Australian national women's football team, the CommBank Matildas.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Somehow, Tonges stepped in front of Woolen, leaped into the air and snagged the football for the game-winning score.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Grabbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grabbed. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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