grabbing

Example Sentences

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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

The agents—measuring about 6-foot-3, dressed in identical dark suits—were observed grabbing Xi’s utensils and plate and spraying them with an unidentified liquid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Reaves was upgraded to questionable Thursday, a surprising three-week progression from when he was grabbing at his left upper side in the first half of a game against Oklahoma City on April 2.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

“They were just randomly grabbing people,” he recalled.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

“Right,” says Colin, grabbing a piece of bread.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin