verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

tugging, snatching, flailing

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Example Sentences

Example:The strong wind produced violent tugging on the ropes securing the tents.

Definition:To pull or draw something hard or suddenly.

From tugging

Example:She snatched the book from the shelf to avoid spilling water on it.

Definition:To grab or pull something quickly or suddenly.

From snatching

Example:The flailing of the patient’s arms and legs made it difficult for the nurse to administer the treatment.

Definition:Describing a wild, uncontrolled type of movement or strike, often resulting from panic or incoordination.

From flailing