prehension

Example Sentences

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But last week Philadelphia's Dr. William Likoff somberly warned the AHA that the "mild coronary" may have more cause for ap prehension than for gratitude.

From Time Magazine Archive

But public ap prehension about the possible dangers of chemical insect killers is now shielding the hungry worms from DDT and other long-lasting poisons.

From Time Magazine Archive

No mechanical contrivance has ever been designed that is comparable to the hand in flexibility, deftness, adaptability, or power of prehension.

From The Reconstructed School by Pearson, Francis B.

The mantis reminds one of a small, green monkey, the fore pair of legs being well developed and used in prehension.

From The Incomparable 29th and the "River Clyde" by Davidson, George

Augustus was delighted—not so much at the acceptance of this guest, but his own wonderful prehension.

From The Reflections of Ambrosine A Novel by Glyn, Elinor