Verbs of Manual Action - Verbs for Seizing and Holding
Here you will learn some English verbs referring to seizing and holding such as "grab", "clutch", and "snatch".
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to catch
[Verb]
to stop and hold an object that is moving through the air
Ex: Be careful to catch the egg without breaking it.
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to grab
[Verb]
to take or grasp someone or something suddenly and quickly
Ex: Emma grabbed the phone before it fell.
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[Verb]
to take hold of something suddenly and firmly
Ex: Emma seized his arm before he could step into the road.
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to snatch
[Verb]
to take hold of something suddenly and quickly, often roughly
Ex: Dean snatched the keys from Sam's hand before he could start the car.
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to grasp
[Verb]
to take and hold someone or something firmly
Ex: Emma grasped the railing to keep from falling.
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to clutch
[Verb]
to seize or hold someone or something suddenly and tightly
Ex: Emma clutched Daniel's arm when she heard the sudden noise.
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to clasp
[Verb]
to grip or hold tightly with one's hand
Ex: The child clasped the teddy bear tightly, finding comfort in its soft embrace.
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to grapple
[Verb]
to seize hold of someone forcefully or aggressively
Ex: The police officer grappled the suspect's arm, preventing them from escaping.
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to cling
[Verb]
to hold tightly to someone or something, especially with the arms or hands
Ex: The child clung tightly to his father's hand.
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to firmly grasp or support something with one's hands
Ex: As they descended the staircase, she was advised to hold on to the railing for balance and safety.
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