Example Sentences

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In one, she clasps her hands — one diamond-laden, of course — to her mouth in astonishment.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2024

He clasps his hands together, smiles and looks to the skies.

From BBC • Aug. 28, 2024

His comedy had choreography, a visual language of pointing, air-sawing and face clasps.

From New York Times • Feb. 29, 2024

The bag of the season was a no-nonsense cross-body with metal clasps.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 22, 2024

Baba clasps a gold wrist chain and neck chain on me, and even Alan wears a fine gold chain.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell