Example Sentences

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“Everyone is grasping at straws because no one has the answer,” Ms. Dixon, 38, said.

From New York Times • Apr. 25, 2024

The key to powerful AI systems is grasping how they learn and remember information.

From Science Daily • Dec. 18, 2023

The Patriots defense is playing OK, but their offense is grasping at straws.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2023

"That . . . is grasping," Augusta responds, adding, "You should be grateful."

From Salon • May 6, 2023

Meanwhile, Starry is grasping a chunk of the wet, heavy material and struggling to pull it back out.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins