grasp
verb (used with object)
to seize and hold by or as if by clasping with the fingers or arms.
are grasping
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present progressiveof grasp.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"People are grasping at shortcuts instead of doing the real work of acclimatisation and training."
From BBC ● May 21, 2025
“Some people are grasping for excuses as to why the fires are happening, playing the blame game,” Bennett said.
From Salon ● Jan. 14, 2025
Elected officials are grasping for glimmers of optimism.
From New York Times ● Jun. 17, 2023
Under coach Lincoln Riley, the current Trojans are grasping the importance of effort and constant attention to detail in supplementing their talent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2022
"Now you are grasping and assimilating the situation properly," commented Douglas.
From Michael O'Halloran by Stratton-Porter, Gene
