Pronunciation: /ɡrɪp/
noun a firm hold or grasp
A1 I have a good grip on the handlebars of my bike.
A2 She tightened her grip on the rope before climbing up the cliff.
B1 The hiker lost his grip on the slippery rock and fell into the river below.
B2 The gymnast's strong grip helped her perform difficult acrobatic moves with ease.
C1 The detective had a firm grip on the suspect as he led him into the police station.
C2 The champion weightlifter's grip on the barbell was unbreakable, allowing him to set a new world record.
verb to grasp or hold tightly
A1 She grips the handlebars tightly when riding her bike.
A2 He grips the steering wheel firmly as he drives through the busy city streets.
B1 The hiker gripped the rope tightly as he descended down the steep cliff.
B2 The athlete gripped the bat with determination before stepping up to the plate.
C1 The detective gripped the edge of the table, deep in thought as he pieced together the clues.
C2 The soldier gripped his weapon tightly as he prepared for the enemy's approach.
formal The climber had a firm grip on the rocky cliff.
informal Make sure you have a good grip on the handlebars before you start riding.
slang I can't believe he let that opportunity slip through his grip.
figurative The new manager has a tight grip on the company's finances.
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