Bahasa Melayu
rebut
English
snatch, grab, seize
To take something quickly and forcefully, often with your hand.
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Budak itu cuba merebut bola daripada rakannya.
The boy tried to snatch the ball from his friend.
Kami berebut tempat duduk di bas.
We scrambled for seats on the bus.
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What does “snatch” mean in Malay?
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menangkis, menyangkal
In this sense, it means to rebut or oppose by arguing against.
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