clutching

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Having made an initial foray into Sharks' territory, Segun was fed by Olly Hartley before stepping back inside to leave would-be tacklers Gus Warr and Rob du Preez clutching at thin air.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

"I'm doing this to pray for the healing of my seven-month-old baby, who is suffering from pneumonia," John David, clutching a whip in one hand, told AFP at the beginning of the procession.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

A toddler sat on her mother’s lap, clutching a rosary.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

He hated the way Mom and Dad were clutching each other, terrified, the way even Katherine had all the color drained from her face.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix