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  • present tense form of grip (3rd person singular).
  • plural of grip.

grips

NOUN
close quarters
Synonyms


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After the fourth-round defeat by Liverpool, Alonso defended his decision not to play Estevao, hinting that the forward is still coming to grips with the physical demands of English football.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

“He stole a motorcycle and rode it around. He almost knocked a bunch of grips and gaffers off their ladders,” André recalled in 2023.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

These receptors are molecular grips on immune cells that help them stick to blood vessels, enter tissues, and reach infections.

From Barron's ● Oct. 5, 2026

Russell started the season as championship favourite but Antonelli took control early on as Russell struggled to get to grips with the Mercedes designed for this year's all-new car and engine rules.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

When she sees me, she races past Mama and grips my arm.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist


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