grabs oneself; holds on; clings to
1. 3rd person singular present reflexive form of 'agarrar' - to grab, seize, or hold onto something
He grabs onto the rope to avoid falling.
Ele agarra-se à corda para evitar cair.
2. to cling to; to hold firmly; to grasp desperately
She clung to hope during difficult times.
Ela agarra-se à esperança durante tempos difíceis.
3. to seize an opportunity; to take advantage of something
He seized the opportunity to advance his career.
Ele agarra-se a essa oportunidade para avançar sua carreira.
NYC Slang
grabs onto; holds tight; clutches
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