Clutching: meaning, definitions and examples

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clutching

 

[ หˆklสŒtสƒษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

holding tightly

Clutching refers to the action of grasping or holding something tightly or securely, often due to fear, anxiety, or the need for control. It implies a strong grip that may be physical or metaphorical, as in clutching one's emotions or hope. Clutching can also signify urgency or a desperate attempt to retain something valuable. This word is commonly used to describe both physical actions and emotional states.

Synonyms

clasping, grasping, gripping, holding, seizing.

Examples of usage

  • She was clutching her purse as she walked down the dark alley.
  • He was clutching the edge of the table during the scary movie.
  • The child was clutching his motherโ€™s hand in the crowded area.
  • She felt herself clutching at straws as the deadline approached.

Translations

Translations of the word "clutching" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น agarrando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเค•เคกเคผเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช festhalten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menyengat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั…ะพะฟะปะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chwycenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใคใ‹ใ‚€ใ“ใจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท attraper

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ agarrar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sฤฑkฤฑ tutma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ™์žก๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฅู…ุณุงูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uchopenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uchopenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŠ“ไฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zgrabi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grรญpa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑัั‚ะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒญแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tutma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ agarrar

Etymology

The term 'clutch' originates from the Middle English word 'clutche,' which means 'to seize or grasp.' This word can be traced back to Old English 'clyccian,' which similarly refers to grasping. The evolution of the term has included a variety of meanings throughout history, encompassing both the physical act of holding and metaphorical implications of dependence or urgency. In modern usage, 'clutching' conveys not only the physical action but also emotional layers, such as anxiety or desperation. The term has gained traction in various contexts, from everyday conversations to more dramatic narratives in literature and media, symbolizing moments of intensity, both in action and emotion. The development and usage of 'clutch' reflect changes in language and culture, where physical actions often correlate with deeper emotional states.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,363, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.