grabbing

Example Sentences

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Once you’re in the store, make sure you’re checking prices at the top and the bottom of the shelf before grabbing what you need.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Like other reality TV- and social media-made politicians who’ve moved into politics, Pratt is proficient at reinventing himself and grabbing attention.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

The AI will likely propose grabbing data through what’s called an API—“application programming interface.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

PC Nicholas Cox and PC Libby Chessor reacted quickly, grabbing hold of Albadri, releasing his foot, which got stuck in the railings, and dragging him onto the ground.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

“I know, I know, I’m sorry,” he said quickly, grabbing paper towels from the kitchen and busying himself trying to blot the bits of coffee out of the carpet.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny