grabbing

Example Sentences

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Once you’re in the store, make sure you’re checking prices at the top and the bottom of the shelf before grabbing what you need.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

The market was so large, though, that grabbing even a small percentage of it would produce revenue that exceeded NASA’s entire budget, Musk told biographer Walter Isaacson.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

We have seen pushing, shoving, grabbing and pulling on corners all season.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

After grabbing his last rebound with 3 minutes and 17 seconds left with the Lakers leading by 26 points, James raised his hand to come out of the game.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

As Booth positioned for the leap to the stage, Rathbone came at him again, grabbing his coattail.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson