verb
- to catch or arrest someone, especially a criminal
- to take or grab something quickly
Usage: informal
Usage: informal
Examples
- The police nabbed the thief as he tried to escape.
- They finally nabbed the suspect after a long investigation.
- She nabbed the last cookie before anyone else could take it.
- I managed to nab a good seat at the concert.
- The security guard nabbed the shoplifter at the exit.
- He nabbed the opportunity to speak with the CEO.