Snatch

usgb/snætʃ/
verb

To quickly take something in a rude or eager way.

She snatched the cookies from my hand before I could eat them.
Visual representation of "snatch" - To quickly take something in a rude or eager way.
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Visual representation of "snatch"
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Impolite Action

Using 'snatch' can suggest rudeness or impatience in taking something.

Illustration for Impolite Action
He rudely snatched the pen from her hand.
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Sudden Movement

'Snatch' implies a quick and sudden action, usually done with one's hand.

Illustration for Sudden Movement
The thief snatched the purse and ran off.
Visual representation of the word "Snatch"

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