clutching

Example Sentences

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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

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

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

The 26-year-old collided with the advertising hoardings in the 76th minute of Wednesday's game and he fell to the floor clutching his thumb after looking at the wound on his right hand.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Before you envision Emily Post clutching her pearls at the thought of sneaking out without a proper goodbye, know that etiquette isn’t about rigidity—it’s all about context.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Ma and I rushed to see Mr. Lew lying on the floor clutching his chest, broken porcelain scattered around him.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu