Synonyms of clinging

clinging

verb

present participle of cling

as in adhering

to hold to something firmly as if by adhesion

a dozen magnets clinging to the refrigerator

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adhering
• sticking
• gluing
• cleaving
• hewing
• binding
• uniting
• fusing
• fastening
• cohering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• falling
• loosening
• dropping

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of clinging

For that all-important hydration, look for moisture magnets like glycerin and hyaluronic acid, along with emollients such as squalane, which help concealer glide over dry areas instead of clinging to them. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Sep. 2026

This dress strikes the ideal balance between comfort and a flattering fit, with a roomy silhouette that drapes beautifully without clinging. — Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

This hysterical comedy by writer-director Jesse Eisenberg has deep affection for artists clinging to the bottom rung of showbiz. — Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

Notre Dame was clinging to a three-point lead in the second quarter. — Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

With the Marlins clinging to faint playoff hopes, Alcantara came out of the bullpen for the first time in nine years and closed out a 4-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026

Their next two opponents after the Phillies are the Chicago Cubs, who are a game behind the top NL Wild Card spot, and the Houston Astros clinging to a three-game lead in the AL West. — Jesús Cano, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Honey, Zingbot does not know Lala then, baby, because there is no clinging. — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Sep. 2026

Gammer says the Williston Lake island seems to be intact and clinging to the shoreline—at least for now. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 2 Sep. 2026