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grasps

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noun

  1. (sometimes figurative) Grip.
  2. Understanding.
  3. That which is accessible; that which is within one's reach or ability.“The goal is within my grasp.”

verb

  1. To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.
  2. To understand.“I have never been able to grasp the concept of infinity.”
  3. To take advantage of something, to seize, to jump at a chance.

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