clenched

VERB

grasp

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clamp clasp clutch

STRONG

clinch constrict contract grapple grip hold

WEAK

double up draw together

Antonyms

STRONGEST

let go unfasten

STRONG

expand release

WEAK

loose loosen

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clenched

When our instructor, Master Kim, paired us together for partner drills, I clenched my teeth.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026

One by the painter Vincent Valdez features a clenched fist.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

Each of Alcaraz's winners was met with a clenched fist and celebratory cry of "vamos" - Spanish for "let's go" - towards his team on the side of the court.

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026

She celebrated with a clenched fist after a ferocious smash secured a break for a 4-1 lead.

From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026

Zara’s standing on the side with the rest of our team, her hands clenched.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

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