grab control

Examples (10)

• The rebel faction moved swiftly to grab control of the capital city.
• The ambitious CEO tried to grab control of the board during the chaotic meeting.
• Historically, many generals have attempted to grab control during times of political instability.
• As soon as the opportunity arose, the villain grabbed control of the powerful artifact.
• They are plotting to grab control of the company through a hostile takeover.
• The opposition party has just grabbed control of parliament after a surprise election result.
• Sensing weakness, the smaller firm saw a chance to grab control of the market.
• The military junta used force to grab control from the elected government.
• If we don't act now, a rival corporation will grab control of our key assets.
• The protesters were accused of trying to grab control of the government building.