take a grab

The phrase "take a grab" is commonly used in Australian rules football and can also refer to a sudden attempt to seize something.

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Definition

B2Australian rules football

(sports, informal)To catch the football, especially in an overhead position.

Example

  • He managed to take a grab and secure the ball just before the siren.

B2General

(informal)To quickly seize or attempt to seize something.

Example

  • She tried to take a grab at the falling book.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "take a grab":

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