grabbed

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Pratt, a Republican and onetime star of MTV’s “The Hills,” grabbed much of the national spotlight, appearing on “Fox & Friends” and chatting up podcaster Joe Rogan.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

It’s the first real deviation from the dead-eyed cycle of his daily life since his wife grabbed her car keys and never looked back.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

That’s because the Thunder and Spurs are more than the best teams of the moment, having grabbed the top two records and point differentials in the NBA this season.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Once again, the Briton failed to serve out the set and she eventually grabbed the win - after two hours and 10 minutes - by breaking Urhobo's serve for a sixth time.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

I grabbed my empty basket and followed him.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu