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CLENCH

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Clench.

Clench - as a noun

A small slip noose made with seizing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clinch
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
nooserunning nooseslip noose
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of grasping

Example: "He released his clasp on my arm"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
claspclutchclutchesgraspgriphold
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
graspingprehensionseizingtaking hold
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Clench - as a verb

Hold in a tight grasp

Example: "Clench a steering wheel"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clinch

Squeeze together tightly

Example: "Clench one's jaw"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
squeeze
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She clenched her fists in anger."
"He clenched his teeth to hold back the pain."
"The athlete clenched his muscles before the race."
"I clenched my eyes shut to block out the scary scene."
"She clenched the steering wheel tightly as she drove through the storm."
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Word Game Points

Is CLENCH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, clench is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLENCH has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CLENCH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clench is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLENCH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is CLENCH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clench is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLENCH has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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