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UK//ɡræbd ə spuːn//US//ɡræbd ə spuːn//

Meaning of Grabbed a spoon

Took a spoon quickly or suddenly.

In simple words: took a spoon quickly

Grabbed a spoon in a sentence

  • She quickly grabbed a spoon to eat her soup.
  • He grabbed a spoon right before dinner was served.
  • As they were cooking, she grabbed a spoon to stir the pot.

How to use Grabbed a spoon

Use in casual conversations; can be less appropriate in formal settings. Suitable for describing quick actions.

Grammar pattern

grab + object

Memory hint

Imagine quickly reaching for a spoon as if it's something very desirable.

Related words

Collocations with Grabbed a spoon

Synonyms for Grabbed a spoon

  • seized a spoon
  • took a spoon
  • snatched a spoon

Opposites of Grabbed a spoon

  • released the spoon
  • let go of the spoon

Common mistakes with Grabbed a spoon

  • Confused with 'grasped a spoon' which means to hold it tightly.
  • Using 'grab' incorrectly with non-physical objects, e.g., 'grabbed an idea'.
  • Omitting the object: saying 'grabbed' without specifying what.

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Frequently asked questions about Grabbed a spoon

What does Grabbed a spoon mean?

took a spoon quickly

What is the definition of Grabbed a spoon?

Took a spoon quickly or suddenly.

How do you use Grabbed a spoon in a sentence?

She quickly grabbed a spoon to eat her soup.

Can you give another example of Grabbed a spoon?

He grabbed a spoon right before dinner was served.

What are synonyms for Grabbed a spoon?

Common alternatives include seized a spoon, took a spoon, snatched a spoon.

What is the opposite of Grabbed a spoon?

Opposite meanings include released the spoon, let go of the spoon.

What words go with Grabbed a spoon?

It commonly pairs with grabbed a spoon, grabbed a knife, grabbed a fork.

What are common mistakes when using Grabbed a spoon?

Confused with 'grasped a spoon' which means to hold it tightly. Using 'grab' incorrectly with non-physical objects, e.g., 'grabbed an idea'. Omitting the object: saying 'grabbed' without specifying what.

How do you pronounce Grabbed a spoon?

US: //ɡræbd ə spuːn//, UK: //ɡræbd ə spuːn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Grabbed a spoon?

Use in casual conversations; can be less appropriate in formal settings. Suitable for describing quick actions.