Wrested

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛstɪd/

Wrested (verb)

  1. To take something from someone using strong physical effort or pressure.
  2. To pull something or someone away from a hold, grip, or control.
  3. To obtain something after difficulty, effort, or disagreement.

Examples

  • The guard wrested the key from the thief.
  • She wrested control of the meeting from him.