nabbed

UK
/næbd/
US
/næbd/

Translations

nabverb

nabbed

Past Simple

nabbed
Past Simple
nabbed
Past Participle
nabbing
Gerund
UK
/næb/
US
/næb/
They finally nabbed the suspect after a long chase.
Они наконец поймали подозреваемого после долгой погони.
The detective was able to nab the criminal with the help of an informant.
Детектив смог арестовать преступника с помощью информатора.
The police managed to nab the thief before he escaped.
Полиции удалось схватить вора, прежде чем он сбежал.

Definitions

nabverb
To catch or seize someone or something suddenly.
The police managed to nab the thief as he was trying to escape.
To take or grab something quickly or unexpectedly.
She managed to nab the last seat in the theater before it was sold out.
To steal something quickly or without permission (informal).
Someone nabbed my phone when I wasn't looking.