clenched
Example Sentences
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Clenched fists, for example, suggested victory and celebration, while open or outstretched hands indicated a player's disappointment.
From New York Times • Jan. 23, 2013
The album comes out this week on Mr. Watt’s label, Clenched Wrench.
From New York Times • Feb. 24, 2011
Clenched fist salute from Sir Alex Ferguson to Manchester United's celebrating supporters as Ryan Giggs puts them in front.
From BBC • Jan. 19, 2010
Clenched under one arm was the Dagger of Serendib.
From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook
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Watch his wide waistcoat and his wandering eyes, His stamping boots of Brobdingnagian size, Clenched hands, and shoulders swaying.
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, February 8, 1890 by Various