Snatch at

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verb

To suddenly grasp or seize something quickly.

The thief snatched at her purse and ran away.
Visual representation of "snatch at" - To suddenly grasp or seize something quickly.

Often appears as...

  • snatch at opportunity
  • snatch at hope
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Sudden Action

The phrase implies a quick, impulsive action without much thought or deliberation.

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He snatched at the bread, starving after the long journey.
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Physical Reach

It often refers to a physical movement of stretching out an arm to grab something.

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During the basketball game, he snatched at the ball to intercept the pass.
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Emotional Impulse

The phrase can convey a sense of desperation or urgency in the speaker's action.

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After being trapped for hours, she snatched at the rope lowered to her.
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