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1) to take hold of (a person, thing) suddenly and with force; to take possession of (property etc) (seize)

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Meaning:
grab

a sudden attempt to take something roughly, selfishly or eagerly

latch on to

seize

to take hold of (a person, thing) suddenly and with force; to take possession of (property etc)

grab, take

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