Grip

Synonyms of grip

• hold
• grasp
• clutch

Antonyms of grip

• release
• loosen
• let go

Collocations of grip

firm grip

Frequency: 80 %

He shook my hand with a firm grip.

strong grip

Frequency: 75 %

She had a strong grip on the steering wheel.

tight grip

Frequency: 70 %

He held onto the rope with a tight grip.

secure grip

Frequency: 65 %

She felt a sense of security with his secure grip on her arm.

steady grip

Frequency: 60 %

The surgeon maintained a steady grip on the scalpel during the delicate procedure.

Idiomatic Expressions for grip

• Phrase: In the grip of
  Meaning: Under the control or influence of something
  Usage: The country was in the grip of a severe economic crisis.