Example Sentences
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When Duckett turned Santner to mid-wicket for the single that took him to three figures, he clenched his fist, screamed in delight, saluting both the dressing room and his home crowd.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
He plans to stay in Miami until Scotland knows its fate, and to pass the time in a much more pleasant way than watching other teams with clenched teeth.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
She celebrated with a clenched fist after a ferocious smash secured a break for a 4-1 lead.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
“That execution was perfection,” said Doncic, who clenched both fists when Reaves’ shot dropped softly through the net.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026
He clenched and unclenched his fists at his sides.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
