grab
Translation
to grab, to seize, to snatch
Examples
He grabbed his coat and ran out.
He grabbed his coat and ran out.
Let's grab a quick coffee.
Let's grab a quick coffee.
The story really grabbed my attention.
The story really grabbed my attention.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to seize (sth.) suddenly She grabbed her keys from the table.
((sth.)) to get (sth.) quickly We can grab a sandwich for lunch.
((sb.'s)) attention to attract (sb.'s) attention The bright colors grabbed my attention.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seize, snatch, grasp, clutch
Etymology
From Middle Dutch or Middle Low German 'grabben'. Related to 'grasp'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a crab with its claws 'grabbing' something quickly. The sound is similar.