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to cling
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zich aan iemand of iets vastklampen
to tightly hold on to someone or something
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kleven
to grip or hold onto something tightly, making it difficult to separate or detach
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kleven
to rely heavily on another person for support, validation, or a sense of security
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vastklampen
fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit
Voorbeeld
He clung to his partner, constantly seeking validation and reassurance of their love.
The shipwreck was infested with barnacles, clinging to its hull.
The motor oil was viscous, clinging to the engine parts.
Female baboons typically give birth to a single offspring after a gestation period of around six months, with infants clinging to their mother's fur for protection.
The gravy was too watery, dripping off the mashed potatoes instead of clinging to them.