snatching

"It was worth the attempt."

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"Because she was late for school, she hastily ate her breakfast and ran out the door. "

"The teacher explained the new math concept quickly. "

"He snatched up the phone."

"The student reported the missing book to the librarian. "

"Suddenly, the heavens opened and we all got drenched."

"The library offered an extension on the due date for the overdue books. "

"Sire, do I have your permission to execute this traitor?"

"We have an available candidate."

"The graduation ceremony was a significant event for all the students. "

"The professor stopped her lecture abruptly when she noticed someone fall off their seat."