grab
Example Sentences
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But given the sprawling field of gubernatorial candidates, the lack of a clear front-runner and the state’s unique primary system, the race appears up for grabs.
From Los Angeles Times
Bayern played before chasers Dortmund and Kane's double helped the league leaders grab control of the match and run out to a 3-0 lead before mistakes let Frankfurt score two late goals.
From Barron's
“I think flag football is a sport the whole world can grab ahold of,” Snoop said.
From Los Angeles Times
A host of other gold medals were up for grabs on the final full day of action of the Games.
From Barron's
Over the past two weeks inside the Milan oval, he has grabbed two gold medals and a silver—and he may not be done yet.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
