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to cling
01
to tightly hold on to someone or something
Transitive: to cling to sth
Examples
She clung to the safety railing as she looked down from the balcony.
The cat clung to the tree branch, reluctant to come down.
02
to grip or hold onto something tightly, making it difficult to separate or detach
Transitive: to cling to sth
Examples
The wet clothes clung to her body, making her feel uncomfortable and chilled.
The ivy clung to the side of the building, adding a touch of greenery to the brick facade.
03
to rely heavily on another person for support, validation, or a sense of security
Transitive: to cling to sb
Examples
After the breakup, she clung to her best friend, relying on them for emotional stability.
He clung to his partner, constantly seeking validation and reassurance of their love.
Cling
01
a type of fruit, particularly a peach, in which the flesh sticks tightly to the stone or pit
Examples
She preferred cling peaches for making preserves.
The recipe calls for ripe cling fruit.
