snag

snag

verb

To catch or tear something on a sharp projection, causing damage.

"She snagged her new jumper on a nail."

noun

An unexpected difficulty or minor problem that causes delay or hindrance.

"We hit a snag with the project's timeline."

verb

To quickly obtain or secure something, often opportunistically or unexpectedly.

"He managed to snag the last ticket for the gig."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: hang-up, hitch, rub, split, rip, tear, rent