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nabbed

VERB

seize

Synonyms

STRONG

apprehend arrest capture catch clutch cop detain grab nail snatch take

WEAK

pick up run in take into custody

Antonyms

STRONG

be immune free give let go liberate lose misunderstand receive release unfasten

Example Sentences

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The low-cost investment manager has nabbed a portfolio manager from Morgan Stanley while it builds out active funds to challenge incumbents like Pimco.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Kiki Rice led the Bruins with 21 points and Angela Dugalic nabbed her second double-double of the tournament with 13 points and 10 rebounds.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

The U.S.-indicted Venezuelan government contractor and negotiator was on his way to Tehran in 2020 when nabbed by law enforcement in the island nation of Cape Verde.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

Their team – all dressed in tasselled cowboy outfits – have nabbed the prize for best-dressed, tying with another team decked out in pink nighties and platinum blonde wigs.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

But who’s to say that his mother, before she was nabbed by Thirsty, hadn’t caught a human being?

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel