snaffling

/S N AE1 F L IH0 NG/
verb
  1. 1

    To put a snaffle on, or control with a snaffle.

  2. 2

    To clutch by the bridle.

  3. 3

    To grab or seize; to snap up.

  4. 4

    To purloin, or obtain by devious means.

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