clutching

Example Sentences

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However, Sinner had been on court for under two hours against Cerundolo when he suddenly showed signs of physical fatigue, clutching the top and back of his thigh midway through the third set.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

"No words of compassion can ease this pain of loss, this burden of great suffering, when one must bury young people," the priest told black-clothed mourners, weeping or clutching flowers and holding each other.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Quiroz was sworn in as mayor while clutching her husband’s white hat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

They flash IDs and walk away clutching crates like they’ve just collected treasure from a Swiss vault.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

When he awoke, he wasn’t shivering any more, and he was still clutching the Nanuak.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver