grabbing

Example Sentences

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The AI will likely propose grabbing data through what’s called an API—“application programming interface.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

PC Nicholas Cox and PC Libby Chessor reacted quickly, grabbing hold of Albadri, releasing his foot, which got stuck in the railings, and dragging him onto the ground.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Feeling inspired, I stood in front of the fridge, grabbing ingredients that would work well together.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

To get there, he had to push through a dense cluster of his own supporters: people holding Abdul for Senate signs, leaning in for selfies, grabbing a quick word, a handshake, a moment.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

“I know, I know, I’m sorry,” he said quickly, grabbing paper towels from the kitchen and busying himself trying to blot the bits of coffee out of the carpet.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny