Gripping
['ɡrɪpɪŋ]
Examples
- As she passed Mr. Gryce, the train gave a lurch, and he was aware of a slender hand gripping the back of his chair. Edith Wharton. The House of Mirth.
- The Princes of the Protestant countries when they seized upon the national churches early apprehended the necessity of gripping the universities also. H. G. Wells. The Outline of History_Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind.
- A certain flabbiness of fiber prevents the contemplated object from gripping him and engaging him in action. John Dewey. Democracy and Education.
- To obviate danger from accidents, safety devices are installed for gripping the rails in case of the car attaining excessive speed. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
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