snatched

past tense of snatch

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for snatched
Verb
  • The victim told cops the suspect grabbed her from behind, put her in a bear hug, and grinded against her before escaping down the street.
    Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The attacker then grabbed around $10 out of the victim’s pockets before fleeing on foot.
    Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 25 Mar. 2025
  • An American Airlines plane caught fire after landing in Denver.
    Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Adebayo did not force his offense, in a game where there was little for the Heat to have to counter in the middle, but then seized control with his scoring late.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Before Hamas seized full control of Gaza in 2007, Christians would often place a large Christmas tree near a major square in Gaza City.
    Aaron Boxerman, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Snatched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snatched. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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