fist

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So, while the growers were losing money hand over fist, housing developers were coming through with godfather offers to buy them out, convert them to row housing, and sell, sell, sell.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

The ball curled beautifully from left to right and fell into the hole, which prompted a muted raised fist from McIlroy.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

He described throwing out his fist as an “instant reaction.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

At this point, Jimin fist bumps RM, who then adds, “I just hope they take care of us and embrace us a bit more.”

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

The man bent forward, his hand in spite of himself reaching for the tiny fist curled around the blanket.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom