clutches
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Since then, the aquarium has done its best to minimize disruptions and emulate natural conditions for two clutches whose journey thus far has been anything but routine.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
Hamilton never did stop, but as his tyres lost grip he fell back into the clutches of Norris and Antonelli.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026
In an unprecedented rush of emergency fundraising, boosters hurled down an extra $20 million to keep their stars—and, just as importantly, keep them out of Kiffin’s clutches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
The lizard has yellowish-green coloration, ranks among the smallest species in its genus, and produces relatively large clutches of eggs for its body size.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 24, 2026
“Listen to me carefully. There are Chilargentine scythes aboard this train disguised as regular passengers. You can’t avoid them, but if you wish to remain out of their clutches, I suggest you come with me.”
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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