as in grip
the act or manner of holding
be careful that your clasp on the cat isn't too tight, or she could get hurt
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1
as in to hug
to put one's arms around and press tightly
clasped his long-lost sister and cried without restraint
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2
as in to hold
to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms
clasped a crayon and began drawing
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Recent Examples of clasp
Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Sony's case has a pleasing magnetic clasp instead of a zipper; the Bose case is smaller and more compact, matching the headphones' tighter, closed dimensions.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2026
Kneeling beside him is a young woman with hands clasped in prayer in this moment of freedom.
—Tyehimba Jess, ARTnews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Its interior slit pocket fits any phone size up to an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and its gold hardware clasp and flap top keep belongings secure while on the go.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Sony's case has a pleasing magnetic clasp instead of a zipper; the Bose case is smaller and more compact, matching the headphones' tighter, closed dimensions.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Verb
Another girl, Donna Jo, apparently naked on a back-yard lawn, holds several small, round pieces of fruit, still on their leafy branch, clasped to her chest like a trophy.
—Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2026
Kneeling beside him is a young woman with hands clasped in prayer in this moment of freedom.
—Tyehimba Jess, ARTnews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clasp
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This weekend is an opportunity for Barcelona to even out the series and tighten their grip as a generational dynasty, or for OL Lyonnes, who’ve not lifted a Champions League trophy in four years, to reassert themselves as European legends.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The dual-class share structure ensures that going public will not meaningfully dilute Musk’s grip on the company.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
20 May 2026
Verb
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This ground-hugging perennial heralds the arrival of spring with a regal display of fragrant blooms.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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Don't miss the opportunity to hug them and give them a big kiss, because accidents happen.—
Rick Ritter,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
Verb
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The Ravens held minicamp in April — the first under Minter — and Jackson was in attendance.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
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The arrest was made in coordination with the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD), which holds an arrest warrant for charges related to a 1986 homicide in Virginia Beach, Newington police said in a media release.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
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Continuously setting industry standards and re-imagining what cruise travel can be, the company manages to maintain its Dutch roots and history while keeping a firm grasp on modern travel trends.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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No one really has a good grasp of … [its] mid- to long-term impact.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
17 May 2026
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Defying rigid architecture, the home’s interior features free-flowing lines and curves that cradle a freestanding soaking tub, sculptural walk-in shower, fireplace, and spacious beds.—
Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2026
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The defendant would cradle the victim with his arms.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Costas did not take a position on whether such promos should be banned or limited but warned that sports wagers are fueling the growth of casinos and international sportsbooks.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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Muslims throughout the world today are observing the second day of Dhu’l-Hijja, which takes place annually on the last month of the Islamic calendar.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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“Clasp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clasp. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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