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Definitions

snatch

[snach] / snætʃ /
NOUN
small part
Synonyms
STRONGEST
snippet
STRONG
bit fragment minim piece smattering spell
Antonyms
STRONG
whole
VERB
grab away
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abduct catch clutch jerk jump kidnap pluck pull rescue seize snag steal win wrench wrest yank
STRONG
collar gain grapple grasp grip nab nail take
WEAK
clap hands on get fingers on make off with spirit away
Antonyms
STRONGEST
free give let go lose push release
STRONG
misunderstand
WEAK
receive

Example Sentences

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Even before wolves begin feeding, these birds gather nearby, ready to snatch any scraps that become available.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

First up, Celtic came from two goals down to snatch a 3-2 victory at Kilmarnock - with Julian Araujo scoring the winner in the seventh minute of stoppage time.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

How did it snatch the crown from “America’s Dairyland,” the motto on the license plate of Wisconsin?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

In the late match, Juve staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to snatch a share of the spoils in Turin.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

Rani watches as I leap up and snatch the fallen earring before anyone can step on it.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman