power grab

brown power

The production of electricity made from conventional sources, such as coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear power.

come to power

To be installed in high office, for example as a king, president, or prime minister.

grab and go

To get something quickly

grab by the lapels

To exert control over (something).

grab the bull by the horns

Synonym of take the bull by the horns.

grab the popcorn

Used to express anticipated enjoyment from watching a conflict or argument developing between other people, as if one were being entertained at the movies.

grey power

The collective political, economic, and social influence of senior citizens, especially when they are mobilized by a common interest.

make a grab

To try to take quickly.