Definition och Betydelse av "clutch"

to clutch

VERB

gripa, klamma

to seize or grab suddenly and firmly

Transitive: to clutch sth

Example

The detective instinctively clutched the flashlight when they heard an unexpected sound.

The child clutched the teddy bear tightly as they walked through the dark hallway.

Startled by the sudden noise, he clutched his chest in surprise.

gripa, hålla

to try to secure or retain a hold on an object

Transitive: to clutch at sth

Example

In the crowded subway, commuters clutched at the handrails for support as the train lurched forward.

She clutched at the railing as the ship rocked back and forth on the turbulent waves.

The hiker clutched at the rope, trying to steady himself as he descended the steep slope.

gripa, fånga

to seize or grasp something intangible, such as an opportunity, a concept, or a moment

Transitive: to clutch an opportunity or concept

Example

The ambitious student clutched the scholarship opportunity tightly.

The inventor clutched the breakthrough invention, realizing its potential to revolutionize industry.

The leader clutched the moment of crisis, using it as an opportunity to demonstrate strength and resolve.

Clutch

SUBSTANTIV

koppling

the handle or pedal that one uses to change gears in a car, truck, etc.

clutch, handväska utan handtag

a small hand-held bag without handles or straps, usually carried as a fashion accessory to complement an outfit

What is a "clutch"?

A clutch is a small handbag without handles or straps that is meant to be carried in the hand or under the arm. It is typically used for formal occasions and is designed to hold only a few essentials such as a cell phone, wallet, and makeup. Clutches come in various shapes and sizes, and they can be made of different materials such as leather, satin, or beaded fabric. Some clutches may have embellishments such as sequins, embroidery, or jewels to add a touch of glamour to an outfit. The name "clutch" comes from the verb "to clutch," meaning to grip tightly, as this is how the bag is typically held.

grepp, kläm

the act of grasping

kritisk situation, avgörande ögonblick

a tense critical situation

koppling, förbindelse

a coupling that connects or disconnects driving and driven parts of a driving mechanism

grupp, samling

a collection of things or persons to be handled together

klimpar, kläcka

a number of birds hatched at the same time

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