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Vocabulary Entry
grasping
|verb • noun • adjective
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V
verb
To seize or hold firmly.
Example Sentences
"She was grasping the rope tightly as she climbed the hill."
"The child was grasping his mother's hand in the crowded park."
"He struggled to grasp the complex concept in his math class."
N
noun
The act of holding or seizing something firmly.
Example Sentences
"His grasping of the situation showed his experience."
"A firm grasp on the task will ensure its success."
"The captain held a firm grasp on the wheel during the storm."
A
adjective
Exhibiting a strong desire for something, especially in a greedy or avaricious manner.
Example Sentences
"The grasping businessman was always looking for ways to make more money."
"Her grasping attitude alienated her friends."
"He was criticized for his grasping nature when dealing with clients."