clinging

Example Sentences

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Yet investors are clinging to signs that price pressures may be stabilizing as markets navigate rising oil prices, Middle East tensions, and growing concerns about the Federal Reserve’s next move.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The weighted ratio is still clinging to its sell signal from a week ago, as it has yet to fall to new relative lows.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

"Seeing a sloth baby clinging to mum for the very first time has been so special for the whole team and we can't wait for visitors to see little Atty," she said.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

We’re clinging to that belief but will concede that it may be irrational.

From Slate • May 2, 2026

So we stay in bed, and I let her hold her doll, and I stroke her head, but she always has one hand out, clinging.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron