grasping

Example Sentences

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Kudrow’s comedy and the film – a real doc, not a mockumentary – take different approaches to grasping the fear and possibility of AI’s impending takeover.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

As Kassam noted, a lot of fans showed up, some of whom could be too grasping even by the standards of Washington.

From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026

Warburton and Hannan only met about18 months ago but are grasping the opportunity of their maiden Paralympics with both hands.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

"It's like trying to describe an elephant by only touching its tail. We sense something massive and complex, but we're only grasping a tiny part of it."

From Science Daily • Jan. 8, 2026

“Good man,” he says, grasping it firmly and clapping me on the shoulder with his other hand.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen