clenched

Example Sentences

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But in Monday’s game, the Sparks could only cling to the game with clenched fists as the gap widened.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

He plans to stay in Miami until Scotland knows its fate, and to pass the time in a much more pleasant way than watching other teams with clenched teeth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

When assessing violent conduct, the VARs are told to look for a clenched fist as a sign of aggression.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 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

My stomach clenched, and I pushed away my oatmeal.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff