as in hitches
a danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized
we ran into a slight snag the night before the show
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as in grabs
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
often late for work, I generally snag a bagel as I run out the door in the morning
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Recent Examples of snags
Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
On Thursday, Pages had another one of his sensational snags, taking an angle that would’ve made a defensive back proud in pursuit of Geraldo Perdomo’s fly ball to start the seventh.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Legal complications aside, logistical snags are also emerging.
—Alison Graham Larson, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
The historical State Line Bridge on the Kankakee River has attracted many snags over the decades, obstructing the flow of water.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Leave Dead Trees Many owls nest in or on top of snags, or dead trees that are still standing.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
Sheer and lace curtains should be hand-washed in cool water or placed in a mesh laundry bag in a washing machine to prevent snags and pulls.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026
That mission, which will send three Americans and one Canadian on a 10-day trip around the moon, has faced a series of delays due to snags with NASA's mammoth Space Launch System rocket developed specifically for the lunar program.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
For all Miso’s efforts, the startup has hit snags.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
The highest debut on the latest frame belongs to Madison Beer, the American singer-songwriter whose third album Locket (LOUD/Sony) snags a podium entry, just behind Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving (Universal), down 1-2.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2026
Charm City Boca’s construction hit snags immediately.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Fox would be a logical partner, as Marchand points out, and perhaps NBC snags him for Super Bowl LX coverage in a few weeks.
—Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Continue reading … NEW BEGINNINGS – CBS snags ABC reporter who apologized for remarks about Charlie Kirk alleged shooter's ‘touching’ messages.
—FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Mega Millions winner snags $90M jackpot.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 8 Dec. 2025
The tool also heats up lightning fast, glides through my hair, and never snags.
—Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
Hopper snags a lighter to try and create torches to scare off the monster.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2025
Noun
But a redevelopment plan for at least one of those schools, North Fork Elementary, could face some snags.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
On Thursday, Pages had another one of his sensational snags, taking an angle that would’ve made a defensive back proud in pursuit of Geraldo Perdomo’s fly ball to start the seventh.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Legal complications aside, logistical snags are also emerging.
—Alison Graham Larson, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
The historical State Line Bridge on the Kankakee River has attracted many snags over the decades, obstructing the flow of water.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Leave Dead Trees Many owls nest in or on top of snags, or dead trees that are still standing.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
Sheer and lace curtains should be hand-washed in cool water or placed in a mesh laundry bag in a washing machine to prevent snags and pulls.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026
That mission, which will send three Americans and one Canadian on a 10-day trip around the moon, has faced a series of delays due to snags with NASA's mammoth Space Launch System rocket developed specifically for the lunar program.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
For all Miso’s efforts, the startup has hit snags.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
Irvine office campus snags $32 million The office campus Centerstone Plaza sold in mid-January for $32 million.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 30 Jan. 2026
The highest debut on the latest frame belongs to Madison Beer, the American singer-songwriter whose third album Locket (LOUD/Sony) snags a podium entry, just behind Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving (Universal), down 1-2.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2026
Charm City Boca’s construction hit snags immediately.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Fox would be a logical partner, as Marchand points out, and perhaps NBC snags him for Super Bowl LX coverage in a few weeks.
—Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Continue reading … NEW BEGINNINGS – CBS snags ABC reporter who apologized for remarks about Charlie Kirk alleged shooter's ‘touching’ messages.
—FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Mega Millions winner snags $90M jackpot.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 8 Dec. 2025
The tool also heats up lightning fast, glides through my hair, and never snags.
—Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
Hopper snags a lighter to try and create torches to scare off the monster.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snags
Noun
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But her journey hasn’t been without a few hitches.—
Aaron Tolentino,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The draft horse shows this week during the stock show’s 120th anniversary will include 15 six-horse hitches, or six horses pulling a wagon.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Tomislav Ivišić grabs a rebound against Houston in last weekend's Sweet 16.—
Greg Rosenstein,
NBC news,
3 Apr. 2026
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After lowering the helicopter to the water's surface, a flight crew member grabs the dog and hauls the pet aboard.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The phrase was originally associated with Sutskever, who used it to caution his colleagues about the risks of artificial general intelligence—the threshold at which machines match human cognitive capacities.—
Ronan Farrow,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Blue Lagoon Cruises said pumpable fuel as well as other oils stored onboard the ship had been removed by Monday, diminishing environmental risks.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But beyond the watches, what immediately catches the eye upon entering the space is a floor-to-ceiling wall covered in live local greenery.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2026
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But when this happens, what catches many people off guard isn't the garnishment itself, as there are plenty of warning signs beforehand.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But today, their company Lehman Brothers — which catastrophically collapsed in bankruptcy in 2008 — is remembered as a textbook case for the pitfalls of unchecked greed, corruption and moral bankruptcy.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Others joked about the pitfalls of staying too close to home.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Cinematographer Tim Ives snatches his rare opportunities to shoot the beautiful scenery, but most of the pair’s encounters take place in or near Ledger’s orange pickup truck, a totem from the book.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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There’s much for delight, but the drama lost steam in a confusing episode near the end, when a Snake (portrayed by Abrahamse) snatches the Prince away.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Prioritize balance by naming what fits today and what lands tomorrow.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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Economic impact almost always leads the news when a city lands the NFL draft.—
Adam Annaccone,
The Conversation,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Earnest and intersectional, the spoken word artist’s debut solo album seizes upon the power of club music to preach about gender equality, personal transformation, and communal uplift.—
Jesse Dorris,
Pitchfork,
25 Mar. 2026
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So, when Ozzie (Kyle Bary), a former child star, finds himself in a heap of trouble, Jax seizes the opportunity to spice up her daily routine.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
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