grab

US /ɡræb/
UK /ɡræb/
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1.

to take hold of something or someone suddenly and roughly

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She tried to grab the falling vase.
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He grabbed my arm and pulled me back.
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seizesnatchclutchgraspgrip
2.

to take or get something quickly, especially because you are in a hurry

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Let's grab a quick bite before the movie.
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I need to grab my coat from the car.
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gettakepick upcollect
1.

a quick, sudden, or rough taking hold of something

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He made a sudden grab for the ball.
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She managed to get a quick grab of the document.
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clutchgraspgripholdsnatch