clinging

Example Sentences

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Togelius is clinging to hope, grounded in his decades of industry experience, that the potential of AI will ultimately create more immersive virtual worlds.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

We’re clinging to that belief but will concede that it may be irrational.

From Slate • May 2, 2026

Mikel Arteta's men still remain at the summit but are now clinging on to their position after seeing a nine-point lead chopped down to just three in the space of a week.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

In the lead-up to the Great Depression, they hoarded coins and bullion, clinging to their wealth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The air is cooler the next morning, a light mist clinging to the trees and grass.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith