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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

Example Sentences

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Bentancur celebrated winning a first-half foul after some superb defence in his own penalty area with a clenched fist before receiving a hug from Kevin Danso.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Researchers at Kobe University have created an artificial intelligence system that can identify a rare endocrine disease simply by examining photos of the back of the hand and a clenched fist.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

Winners and aces bring a huge roar to the heavens, clenched fist raised high.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025

At the helm of a massive shiny black truck bearing the Teamsters insignia, a driver clenched a cigar between his teeth as he steered with one hand and pulled an overhead horn with the other.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 1, 2025

My teeth are clenched so tight, I briefly fear they might crack and break.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

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