wrested Definition
- 1forcibly pull (something) from a person's grasp.
- 2obtain (something) by pulling forcefully.
Using wrested: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wrested" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He wrested the gun from her hand.
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The company wrested control of the market from its competitors.
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She wrested the championship title from the reigning champion.
wrested Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: wrested in Brief
The verb 'wrested' [ˈrɛstɪd] means to forcibly pull something from someone's grasp or obtain something by pulling forcefully. It is often used in situations where control or power is being taken away from someone else, as in 'The company wrested control of the market from its competitors.' Synonyms include 'seize,' 'snatch,' and 'grab,' while antonyms include 'give,' 'release,' and 'surrender.'
