to grip
Third Person
grips
Present Participle
gripping
Past Tense
gripped
Past Participle
gripped
1
to firmly hold something
transitive
- He had to grip the handle tightly to open the stubborn jar.
- The rock climber had to grip the narrow ledge to pull himself up.
- The weightlifter carefully gripped the barbell before lifting it off the ground.
- To maintain balance on the icy surface, he had to grip the railing.
- In the tense moment, she couldn't help but grip the armrest of her seat.
2
to hold tightly and provide traction or a secure hold, especially on a surface
transitive
- The new hiking boots grip the slippery terrain exceptionally well.
- The car's tires grip the road effectively, ensuring stability and control even on sharp turns.
- The soccer player's cleats grip the grass, allowing for quick changes in direction without slipping.
- The mountaineer's gloves grip the icy surface of the mountain, providing a secure hold during the ascent.
- The suction cups on the octopus's tentacles grip the smooth surface of the glass tank.
3
to exert a strong hold or impact that is difficult to escape or overcome
transitive
- Fear gripped her as she walked through the dark and unfamiliar hallway.
- The sense of anticipation gripped the audience as they waited for the final result.
- Grief gripped the community after the tragic loss of a beloved member.
- The realization of failure gripped him, leading to a profound sense of disappointment and self-doubt.
- Excitement and joy gripped the crowd as the winning goal was scored in the final seconds of the match.