grabbed

Example Sentences

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Although that type of behavior grabbed attention on social media, it did not resonate with a significant percentage of L.A. voters, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

But once they punched their ticket by eliminating Italy, they grabbed Real Salt Lake’s stadium in Utah last month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

In today’s information-saturated environment, Rosales said, the race and its roster of “extremely milquetoast candidates” didn’t break through until the Swalwell scandal grabbed voters’ attention.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

It ended in tragedy when a rock 23-year-old Jack had grabbed came loose in his hands.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Before an audience stunned to silence, he strode forth and grabbed a front leg.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck