Pronunciation: /klʌtʃ/
noun a device for gripping or holding something tightly
A1 She always carries a small clutch purse when she goes out.
A2 I need to replace the clutch on my car, it's not working properly.
B1 The basketball player made a clutch shot in the final seconds of the game.
B2 He held onto the clutch of his briefcase tightly as he ran to catch the train.
C1 The CEO's decision to invest in new technology proved to be a clutch move for the company.
C2 The diplomat's ability to negotiate a peace treaty in the midst of conflict was nothing short of clutch.
verb to grasp or seize something tightly or eagerly
A1 She clutched her teddy bear tightly as she fell asleep.
A2 He clutched the railing as he climbed the stairs.
B1 The player clutched the ball and made a perfect shot.
B2 She clutched her chest in pain as she collapsed on the ground.
C1 The firefighter clutched the child and carried them to safety.
C2 The pilot clutched the controls tightly as the plane hit turbulence.
adjective describing something that is crucial or essential in a particular situation
A1 She held onto her clutch purse tightly.
A2 The clutch player scored the winning goal.
B1 He always keeps a clutch pencil in his pocket for taking notes.
B2 The clutch decision to invest in the new technology paid off.
C1 The CEO made a clutch move that saved the company from bankruptcy.
C2 Her clutch negotiation skills helped secure a lucrative deal for the company.
formal She always keeps a clutch with her when attending formal events.
informal I forgot my clutch at home, can I borrow yours?
slang That clutch bag is so on point!
figurative He really came through in the clutch during the final moments of the game.
clutched
clutches
more clutch
most clutch
clutch
will clutch
have clutched
clutching
clutch
clutch
to clutch
clutching
clutching