v. to have or keep in one's hands; n. a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
The child kept clutching the teddy bear with both hands.
The child kept clutching the teddy bear with both hands.
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''The boat rocked precariously as Arianna stepped in, clutching her large canvas bag.'' What does 'precariously' mean?
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What was Charlie clutching in his hands like a child?
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hold; squeeze; hug; emergency; crisis
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clutch-ing
touching
retouching
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