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as in grip
the act or manner of holding
the tube TV was so bulky that it was difficult for the movers to get a solid handgrip on it
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Recent Examples of handgrip
Normal handgrip strength varies based on age, gender, which hand is used, and the type of dynamometer.
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Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
This graph shows handgrip strength as a function of 25(OH)D levels, which is how vitamin D status is assessed in the blood.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025
The white porcelain coating is accented with shiny gold finishes, including a stay-cool handgrip.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Here’s the money shot: This graph shows handgrip strength as a function of 25(OH)D levels, which is how vitamin D status is assessed in the blood.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025
The white porcelain coating is accented with shiny gold finishes, including a stay-cool handgrip.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Memory cards load in a door at the back of the handgrip.
—PCMAG, 12 Sep. 2024
The shutter release, on/off switch, and zoom rocker are at the top of the handgrip.
—PCMAG, 30 July 2024
The camera includes a front control dial at the top of its bump-sized handgrip, along with an oblong shutter release, Mode dial, and On/Off button just behind it.
—PCMAG, 29 June 2024
Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
This graph shows handgrip strength as a function of 25(OH)D levels, which is how vitamin D status is assessed in the blood.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025
The white porcelain coating is accented with shiny gold finishes, including a stay-cool handgrip.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Here’s the money shot: This graph shows handgrip strength as a function of 25(OH)D levels, which is how vitamin D status is assessed in the blood.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025
The white porcelain coating is accented with shiny gold finishes, including a stay-cool handgrip.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Memory cards load in a door at the back of the handgrip.
—PCMAG, 12 Sep. 2024
The shutter release, on/off switch, and zoom rocker are at the top of the handgrip.
—PCMAG, 30 July 2024
The camera includes a front control dial at the top of its bump-sized handgrip, along with an oblong shutter release, Mode dial, and On/Off button just behind it.
—PCMAG, 29 June 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handgrip
Noun
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Also, the thin handle wasn’t the most comfortable thing to hold.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 May 2025
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The Dipper's handle must be the bear's long tail, yet bears possess short, stubby tails.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The long, ergonomic handle is designed for adult hands, ensuring a comfortable grip during feeding sessions.—
Toby Rose,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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To properly prepare for a rain walk, experts recommend: Wearing shoes with a good grip.—
Alyssa Hui-Anderson,
Verywell Health,
21 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Handgrip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handgrip. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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