nounπShareFruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit."The peach had a delicious cling, making it easy to eat the juicy flesh without wasting any. "fruitChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAdherence; attachment; devotion"Her strong cling to her values helped her through a difficult time at school. "emotionattitudecharactertendencyvaluequalityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hold very tightly, as to not fall off."Seaweed clung to the anchor."actionphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo adhere to an object, without being affixed, in such a way as to follow its contours. Used especially of fabrics and films."The silk scarf clung to her neck, following the curves of her body. "materialappearancestyleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause to adhere to, especially by twining round or embracing."The ivy was clinging to the old stone wall, its tendrils twining around the bricks. "actionbodyhumanemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause to dry up or wither."The summer heat clung the leaves on the trees, causing them to dry and wither. "naturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo dry up or wither."Wood clings."natureenvironmentplantChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(with preposition to) to be fond of, to feel strongly about and dependent on"My sister clings to her old teddy bear, even though she's grown up. "mindemotionattitudecharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo produce a high-pitched ringing sound, like a small bell."The small, decorative bell on the school door clung merrily as I opened it. "soundmusicbell-ringingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading