Grab (verb)

1. To take hold of someone or something suddenly and roughly.
2. To take possession of something quickly.

Origin:

Late 19th century: of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. She grabbed her coat and ran out the door.
2. He grabbed the opportunity to speak at the meeting.
3. The thief grabbed the woman's purse and ran away.
4. She grabbed the knife and threatened the intruder.
5. He grabbed a snack from the kitchen before leaving for work.