grabbed

Example Sentences

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I grabbed free snacks and a water bottle and kept walking.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Packer grabbed two tries in each half, while hooker Amy Cokayne crossed twice and Helena Rowland also dotted down.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

The defendant, of Church Street, Appley Magna, told the court he was in fear of Darke, who he said was not helping him to his feet, but had grabbed him "violently".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

The owner always came to work dressed in a beautiful suit and tie, but seeing my reaction, he gently grabbed me by the arm and said, “Come with me.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

She grabbed Patch up from the step, hugged him, then took Granda’s hand.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff