clasped

Example Sentences

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The result at Deanna Evans is a series of shrines through which eyes consider us or hands, clasped in prayer or curved in a blessing, beckon.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Guarded by elite army commandos, their mascot Aloka -- a stray dog rescued in India -- walked on a leash, drawing bows and clasped hands from devotees lining the route.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Some clasped their hands together, while others prostrated themselves.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Catarino, another community leader, clasped her hands and thanked God.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 25, 2025

Lady Constance clasped her hands over her heart.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood