What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nabbed
Example
The police nabbed the suspect after a high-speed chase. [nabbed: past tense]
Example
I nabbed the last slice of pizza before anyone else could get to it. [nabbed: past tense]
grab
Example
She grabbed her coat and ran out the door. [grabbed: past tense]
Example
He tried to grab the ball from his opponent's hands. [grab: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Grab is more commonly used than nabbed in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between nabbed and grab?
Both nabbed and grab are informal words, but nabbed may be considered slightly more formal due to its association with law enforcement and authority figures.
