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as in suitcase
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
she placed her grip in the train's overhead rack and seated herself comfortably
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2
as in grasp
the act or manner of holding
get a better grip on the lid and try to open the jar again
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as in understanding
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
he has a good grip on basic Spanish grammar and spelling
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as in control
the right or means to command or control others
a tyrant that keeps the masses tightly in his grip
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as in to clutch
to have or keep in one's hands
gripped the handlebars tightly and raced down the hill
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as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
that true crime story gripped me as much as any whodunit
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as in to interest
to hold the attention of
that movie will grip any true sports car fan
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as in to grasp
to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms
the baby gripped my fingers and wouldn't let go
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Recent Examples of grip
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Already the Iran war, now in its fourth week, has seen thousands of people killed and injured, global energy prices skyrocketing, and vast swathes of the turbulent Middle East in the grip of appalling violence.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 23 Mar. 2026
The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Authorities say the case highlights the alarming scale and deadly potential of the fentanyl crisis gripping communities across the country.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The handle can be a length of rope through the walls, but ideally, hand grips should be carved into the sides.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Already the Iran war, now in its fourth week, has seen thousands of people killed and injured, global energy prices skyrocketing, and vast swathes of the turbulent Middle East in the grip of appalling violence.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
After the brief hiatus that allowed Bayer Leverkusen to win the Bundesliga title, Bayern’s traditional dominance is gripping Germany again and in that climate, their attacking players are liable to post exceptionally good stats — but Olise’s data is off the charts.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Authorities say the case highlights the alarming scale and deadly potential of the fentanyl crisis gripping communities across the country.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grip
Noun
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Travel in style with this large hardside suitcase.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Much of the cash, stuffed inside suitcases and shipped out on international flights, makes its way to countries scattered across East Africa, where many Somalis fanned out following their nation’s civil war.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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Basic actions like grasp, place, open, and close are linked to objects or positions, forcing the system to connect decisions with the physical world.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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Even if Ohtani doesn’t quite reach Cy Young heights, a fourth straight MVP is well within his grasp.—
D.J. Short,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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China and Russia’s Arctic alignment began with the signing of a memorandum of understanding in April 2023, with the two countries’ Coast Guards working in tandem to carve out a trade route.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2026
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Some without formal medical diagnoses may seek psychedelic experiences for personal or spiritual growth or existential understanding.—
Natalia V. Osipova,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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As gangs continue to expand and consolidate territorial control, journalists remain in growing danger, according to the commission and other press freedom groups.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Observer maintains full editorial control of its journalism.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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One handle even has an HD LED display that tracks your time, weight, calories burned and number of circles.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Our Top Makeup Brush Sets When the brushes are thoughtfully designed—think soft, dense fibers and sturdy handles—blending tends to be easier, and your makeup looks that much more polished.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
27 Mar. 2026
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Teenagers clutch paper cups beaded with condensation.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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When Barbara Walters started interviewing celebrities on her prime time specials for ABC in the 1970s, pearl-clutching journalistic purists were aghast.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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For decades, the Zeigler case has fascinated the public around the world, leading to television shows, books, documentaries and a variety of crime sleuths creating various conspiracy theories.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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He’d already been fascinated by watching his daughter, Cassidy, play with a dollhouse.—
Eric Boodman,
Vulture,
25 Mar. 2026
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If the mouse doesn't interest you, save money by subscribing to the standalone Hulu app.—
Jordan Minor,
PC Magazine,
19 Mar. 2026
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And along with gender and empowerment, there’s also something about having bright colors and a lot of grief on stage that interests me.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Grip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grip. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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