clutching

Example Sentences

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Clutching a rifle as she creeps toward danger, Deadwyler looks equal parts intimidating and scared.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2025

Clutching a framed photo of his daughter, Satbir Brella, 53, sobbed in the family's sparsely furnished living room in Delhi as he begged for justice.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2024

Clutching a family photo, Simpson was ultimately coaxed out of the Bronco and gave himself up in the driveway of his Brentwood home.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 12, 2024

Clutching snorkels and sunscreen, they wandered among camouflage and combat boots.

From New York Times • Jul. 7, 2023

Clutching her tokar, Daenerys swept past them down the broad marble stair.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin