This is the 14577th most frequent Polish word.
przygarnęli
"Took in" or "adopted."
The word 'przygarnęła' is used here to mean 'adopted' or 'took in' referring to giving shelter or care to someone or something needing help.
Rodzina przygarnęła opuszczonego psa z ulicy.
The family adopted an abandoned dog from the street.
In this sentence, 'przygarnęli' signifies the welcoming or hospitality extended by the local residents to the tourists.
Lokalni mieszkańcy przygarnęli turystów, gdy nie mogli znaleźć noclegu.
The local residents took in the tourists when they couldn't find accommodations.
Here, 'przygarnęli' depicts the act of offering a temporary place to stay out of friendship or kindness.