nounπShareThe claw of a predatory animal or bird."The hawk gripped the mouse tightly in its powerful clutch. "animalbirdpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(by extension) A grip, especially one seen as rapacious or evil."The loan shark held the family in his financial clutch, demanding exorbitant interest payments each month. "actionattitudecharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA device to interrupt power transmission, commonly used to separate the engine and gearbox in a car."The mechanic replaced the car's clutch because it was slipping. "vehiclemachinetechnologypartdeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe pedal in a car that disengages power and torque transmission from the engine (through the drivetrain) to the drive wheels."To shift gears, I had to press the clutch. "vehiclemachineparttechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny device for gripping an object, as at the end of a chain or tackle."The construction worker attached the clutch to the steel beam, ready to lift it into place. "devicemachinetechnicalpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA small handbag or purse with no straps or handle."My mother kept her important documents in a small clutch. "wearstyleitemthingappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo seize, as though with claws."to clutch power"actionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo grip or grasp tightly."She clutched her purse tightly and walked nervously into the building."actionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA brood of chickens or a sitting of eggs."The farmer carefully checked the hen's clutch of eggs to ensure they were safe. "animalbirdagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA group or bunch (of people or things)."The teacher asked a clutch of students to help her carry the books. "groupChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hatch."The hen clucked and then clutched her eggs, hoping they would hatch soon. "animalbiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn important or critical situation."The final exam was a clutch situation for Sarah; she needed a good grade to keep her scholarship. "situationeventChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπSharePerforming or tending to perform well in difficult, high-pressure situations."The young chef was known for his clutch performance under pressure during busy dinner rushes. "characterabilityachievementsportattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
