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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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as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
I found the exhibit on the Holocaust intensely gripping and quite moving
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as in clenching
to have or keep in one's hands
gripped the handlebars tightly and raced down the hill
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as in fascinating
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 intriguing
to hold the attention of
that movie will grip any true sports car fan
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as in grasping
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
Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
New rules could shake up realtors' grip on commission structure
Agreements like Xiao's could become more common as the new rules usher in a few big changes nationwide.
—Laurel Wamsley, NPR, 21 May 2025
Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Knicks fever hasn’t just gripped New York City, but interest in the team from New York City goes nationwide as well.
—Harry Enten, CNN Money, 16 May 2025
Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
Law exudes dogged intensity and Nicholas Hoult is superb as the charismatic white supremacist leader in a gripping action drama.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
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Noun
That means proper accounting, clean P&Ls, and a firm grip on metrics like customer acquisition cost and lifetime value.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
New rules could shake up realtors' grip on commission structure
Agreements like Xiao's could become more common as the new rules usher in a few big changes nationwide.
—Laurel Wamsley, NPR, 21 May 2025
Verb
With barely a week of the season remaining, nothing is decided in the gripping race to finish in the Premier League’s top five.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Knicks fever hasn’t just gripped New York City, but interest in the team from New York City goes nationwide as well.
—Harry Enten, CNN Money, 16 May 2025
Adjective
In the meantime, Good American Family continues to attract attention both for its gripping narrative and for launching the career of a fresh new talent unafraid to bring authenticity to an already complex story.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
Law exudes dogged intensity and Nicholas Hoult is superb as the charismatic white supremacist leader in a gripping action drama.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grip
Noun
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Although these items should definitely have a spot in your suitcase, packing some easily forgotten—but just as necessary—travel essentials will make your trip even more enjoyable.—
Gregory Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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Pair them with a quick-drying T-shirt and my favorite trench coat, and travel outfits feel more put together (and take up less space in your suitcase, too).—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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With firmer dates in hand, Hyland and others will have a better grasp on whether studying colonial khipus can help crack Inca ones.—
Sam Kean,
The Atlantic,
26 May 2025
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The title was within its grasp but there was no room to slip up – only a win would guarantee the club the Scudetto.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Brands need to develop a deeper understanding of the media consumption habits and cultural nuances of diverse audiences to connect authentically and build lasting relationships.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Which is to say, of course teen movies reflect the times in which they are made and society’s contemporaneous understanding of what Kids Today are like (wholesome or delinquent, risk-taking or anxious, horny or … horny).—
Lisa Schwarzbaum,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
Noun
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Stories about strict border controls and immigration enforcement have created hesitation among potential travelers.—
Jackie Snow,
Quartz,
24 May 2025
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According to the agencies, the GRU hackers also carried out reconnaissance of the network of at least one producer of industrial control system components for railway systems—suggesting a possible intention to attempt sabotage—but didn’t actually succeed in breaching the company.—
Andy Greenberg,
Wired News,
24 May 2025
Noun
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This Samsonite weekender bag is on sale for less than $100 and has pockets for your laptop and water bottle, and has a handy sleeve that slides over the handle of your carry-on suitcase.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2025
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The dog's owner, who posts under the handle @rocco_the_blue_staffy, shared touching footage of their dog Rocco—a gray Staffordshire bull terrier—following the same nightly ritual from the age of 8 weeks to now, aged 2.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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There are a few theories about why this happens, but one of the most interesting is how celebrity success can impact self-esteem.—
Callum Booth,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Seema still tries to fill the Samantha-sized hole in the series, and Lisa mirrors Charlotte but with marginally more interesting plots.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
Noun
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One year onsite warranty gives you a little extra security and this sale price keeps close to $790 in your wallet.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
27 May 2025
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Despite its slim design, the interior holds more than meets the eye — think phone, wallet, sunglasses, keys, and then some.—
Taylor Jean Stephan,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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After South Dakota State’s FCS playoff run ended in the semifinals, Gronowski considered entering the NFL Draft and was invited to the East-West Shrine Bowl, but his injury was severe enough to require surgery and put his NFL plans on hold.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Following weekend discussions with EU leaders, those plans were put on hold until July 9.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Grip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grip. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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