Definitions

grab

[grab] / græb /

VERB

seize suddenly or quickly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

capture catch clutch grasp grip seize snag snatch take

STRONG

collar corral glom grapple hook land nab nail pluck

WEAK

catch hold of get one's fingers on get one's hands on latch onto lay one's hands on snap up take hold of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

free let go release

STRONG

give liberate lose offer receive

Example Sentences

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But while high-profile moves grab most of the attention, he shows how even one tweak at the margins can tip the scales.

From The Wall Street Journal

It can help to think in loose categories — less a rubric than a set of handles you can grab when decision-making feels like too much:

From Salon

He was hopping on one foot after releasing the shot and hopped right off the platform, grabbing immediately for his left leg.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s time to grab your tax refund—and while you’re at it, think about grabbing a piece of next year’s too.

From The Wall Street Journal

He immediately grabbed at his lower left leg and was unable to stand up.

From Los Angeles Times