grasp
Example Sentences
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My head is whirling as I try to grasp what’s happening.
From Literature
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After the last of those maximums flew over the rope, Brook and Root walked off together, a job well done and the series win well within their grasp.
From BBC
“It’s funny. Kids seem to grasp this concept a lot faster than adults. So how can I help you?”
From Literature
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He keeps it close the whole night, grasping it with the little strength he has left.
From Literature
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The Spaniard had Paul under pressure again in the eighth game, Alcaraz this time grasping the chance to break and level the set.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.