gripping

Example Sentences

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While China has been relatively cushioned from the energy crisis gripping Asia, domestic gas prices surged in April and manufacturers have sounded the alarm over the rising cost of plastic production, which uses oil.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Easy: Yesterday, I was not only gripping the armrest but gripping the hand of the flight attendant who was sitting down in the aisle, soothing me as I hyperventilated and wept.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

Antonelli prevailed in a gripping race, initially staging a three-car fight also including Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, before the race distilled down to a tussle between the Mercedes and Norris.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

The effect is sometimes unnecessarily clamorous, but the core of the drama is quietly gripping.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

So even though the wok trembled in my sweaty grip, even though I could hardly breathe for the fear gripping my chest, I charged.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda