clenched
Example Sentences
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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
She celebrated with a clenched fist after a ferocious smash secured a break for a 4-1 lead.
From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026
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
To strengthen privacy protections, the researchers limited their images to the back of the hand and a clenched fist.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 4, 2026
Jaw clenched, I turn the stupid hamper around so the hole is in the back and carefully close the closet door.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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