snatch
Example Sentences
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The marauding monkeys brazenly snatch ice cream, cakes and crisps from unwitting tourists in addition to gobbling abandoned leftovers from bins or food directly offered to them.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
But with Hannah Einbinder’s final ‘Hacks’ turn and a scene-stealing Michelle Pfeiffer in the wings, it may take another year for her to finally snatch it.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
In bigger markets, like New York’s LaGuardia Airport, Spirit owned valuable slots that other airlines could snatch up during the bankruptcy proceedings.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
Once again, Eddie Howe's side conspired to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory after the visitors conceded two late goals in a 2-1 loss against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
She knew that he was only a visitor here in Pennsylvania, and he’d have to be set free in Canada, near chilly waters and plenty of marmots to snatch up!
From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers
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