clutch

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“If you really know what you’re doing, are actively engaged and know how to use the clutch, it’s great,” said Andy Reed, head of behavioral economics research in Vanguard’s investment strategy group.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 21, 2026

“It’s less stressful because you’re not really having to engage the clutch and the stick shift.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

And he’s confident enough to shout “I’m him” after making a clutch three-pointer in the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

Add to the fact that they butchered a clutch of chances in last year's loss at Twickenham and there is plenty to put right for France.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

She had to pull the front seat all the way forward to reach the clutch; his legs had always been longer than hers.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng