Snag (verb)

  1. To catch or entangle (something) on a projecting object.
  2. To obstruct or impede the progress or achievement of.
  3. To get or secure (something) unexpectedly or with difficulty.

Origin:

The origin of the word 'snag' is uncertain. it was first recorded in the early 17th century and may have come from a scandinavian word, a middle low german word or a dialectal english word.

Examples:

  1. I snagged my shirt on a nail while I was painting the fence.
  2. The lack of funding could snag the project.
  3. She snagged the last piece of cake from the plate.
  4. The fishhook snagged a log underwater.
  5. The security guard snagged a pickpocket in the crowd.
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