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[grip] / grɪp /






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These sensors determine whether the robot "should tighten its grip or not, whether it is dealing with a sturdy object, or whether it needs to act delicately because it is an egg," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Her sister Jessica advised a subtle but discomfiting grip change after a two-over-par opening 73 in which she repeatedly lost drives to the right.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Once they’re in our grip, we hum on pleasant nervous energy all weekend, watching the sky turn lilac at dusk, eating Taiwanese takeout from around the corner, wondering when things will return to normal.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

A simple change in handlebar grip can interrupt sensor contact or blood flow.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Her grip was strong as she pulled my hand toward her and wrapped it with a cloth.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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