gripping

Example Sentences

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To them, “House of David” and its ilk may not be the greatest stories ever told, but they can be as gripping as most legends.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

See: A luxury ‘phobia’ is gripping these consumers.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

But on lap 23, Leclerc made a late move on Hamilton into Turn 14 at the end of the back straight, setting off a gripping battle for the next 15 laps.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

The tool has fascinated tech circles worldwide but particularly in China, gripping tech-savvy companies and individuals keen to keep up with the next big thing in AI.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 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