No. 13,788 in German
ergreift
"Ergreift" means "grabs," "seizes," or "takes hold of."
In a sentence
Ergreift die Gelegenheit, wenn sie sich euch bietet.
Seize the opportunity when it presents itself to you.
The verb "ergreift" here is used in the sense of taking or seizing an opportunity.
Die Rede ergreift die Zuhörer und bewegt sie zutiefst.
The speech touches the listeners deeply and moves them profoundly.
In this context, "ergreift" conveys an emotional impact, effectively "gripping" the listeners.
Der Polizist ergreift den Dieb vor dem Supermarkt.
The policeman apprehends the thief in front of the supermarket.
Here, "ergreift" is used to mean physically seizing or catching the thief.
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