grab
verb (used with object)
grabs
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present tense formof grab (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Bad news grabs the headlines, but European companies are turning in strong profit gains.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
Let me tell you, they’ll hire whatever it takes, and they’ll spend money like it’s going out of style to defend this case, because everything’s up for grabs.
From Slate ● Aug. 22, 2026
After the Trojans lost projected starter Kilian O’Connor to a season-ending knee injury early this month, the top spot still is up for grabs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
From Friday until 2 August, 215 gold medals will be up for grabs - compared to 261 when Scotland last staged the Games - but Glasgow 2026 will see a record 47 para-sports events.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
Mom ignores it as she slips on her shoes, goes and grabs the car keys.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
