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CLENCHES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Clenches.

Clenches - 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)

Clenches - 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 clenches her fists when she gets angry."
"He clenches his teeth while lifting weights."
"The wrestler clenches his opponent's arm tightly."
"He clenches his fists in frustration as he fails to solve the puzzle."
"The little girl clenches her mother's hand tightly in crowded places."
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Word Game Points

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

CLENCHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is CLENCHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clenches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLENCHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is CLENCHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clenches is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLENCHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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