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Meaning
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to snatch
To take hold of something suddenly and pull it away with a lot of force.
vi Anh ta giật lấy chiếc túi xách.
en He snatched the handbag.
to jerk
To move with a sudden, sharp, and quick motion that is often unexpected.
vi Con cá giật mạnh dây câu.
en The fish gave the fishing line a sudden jerk.
win
To win or secure a prize, award, or title through competition or effort.
vi Cô ấy giật giải nhất cuộc thi.
en She won the first prize in the competition.