nounπShareFruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit.""My grandmother prefers clings for canning because their flavor is stronger and the flesh doesn't fall apart as easily." "fruitChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAdherence; attachment; devotion"Her daughter's clings were especially strong after the first day of school. "attitudecharacteremotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hold very tightly, as to not fall off."Seaweed clung to the anchor."actionphysicsnatureChat 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 wet t-shirt clings to his skin, showing the outline of his muscles. "materialappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause to adhere to, especially by twining round or embracing."The ivy clings to the brick wall of the old house. "actionnatureorganismbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cause to dry up or wither."The harsh sun clings the freshly cut grass, turning it brown and brittle. "natureenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo dry up or wither."Wood clings."naturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(with preposition to) to be fond of, to feel strongly about and dependent on"The little girl clings to her mother when she feels scared. "emotionattitudecharacterhumanmindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo produce a high-pitched ringing sound, like a small bell."The small bell on the cat's collar clings whenever she moves. "soundmusicbell-ringingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
