This is the 14692nd most frequent Russian word.
перехватить
To intercept or seize.
In this sentence, 'перехватить' means to intercept or seize, commonly used to describe stopping a communication or object from reaching its intended destination.
Я смог перехватить письмо до того, как оно дошло адресату.
I was able to intercept the letter before it reached the recipient.
Here, 'перехватить' refers to intercepting or catching something mid-transit, such as during a sports activity.
Мы перехватили мяч во время игры и забили гол.
We intercepted the ball during the game and scored a goal.
In this context, 'перехватить' is used colloquially to mean quickly eating or obtaining a meal or snack.