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nabbed

VERB

seize

Synonyms

STRONG

apprehend arrest capture catch clutch cop detain grab nail snatch take

WEAK

pick up run in take into custody

Antonyms

STRONG

be immune free give let go liberate lose misunderstand receive release unfasten

Example Sentences

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Yamamoto swung around and tossed the ball to Alex Freeland, who nabbed Marsh’s hands.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The low-cost investment manager has nabbed a portfolio manager from Morgan Stanley while it builds out active funds to challenge incumbents like Pimco.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

He got nabbed after almost 14 years on the lam, some of them spent teaching scuba in Egypt.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

Superstar LeBron James nabbed another NBA record on Thursday, becoming at 41 the oldest player to record a triple-double as he propelled the Lakers to a 124-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

“Was he wearing a collar when you nabbed him? A collar with his name spelled out on it?”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein