cling
Example Sentences
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People who cling to their initial belief in poker get into serious trouble.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
Even after losing three games by an average of 19.6 points per game, the Lakers still cling to some hope.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
At least Isak's return gave the Reds something to cling to on an otherwise night to forget.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
But there is no good reason to cling to bad ideas from the Coolidge era for traditional programming.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026
As I cling to the rope ladder, a chill goes through me that has nothing to do with the blustering wind.
From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman
Vocabulary lists containing cling
Unit 1: Telling Details
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Nehru's "Tryst with Destiny" Speech
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Ship Breaker
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