grip

Example Sentences

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El Nino also raises the likelihood of drought, heatwaves and wildfires in Australia as warmer-than average conditions grip the continent.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The U.S. has been scouring the globe for rare earths, backing projects from Africa to Australia in an effort to loosen Beijing’s grip on the industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Once they’re in our grip, we hum on pleasant nervous energy all weekend, watching the sky turn lilac at dusk, eating Taiwanese takeout from around the corner, wondering when things will return to normal.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“Are homes equipped with grip bars and nonslip floors? Are common areas and green spaces well maintained?”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

I shove the arm with the postcard behind my back as I wriggle out of Camille’s grip.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller