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gripped

  • past participle of grip.
  • past tense form of grip.

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Intel slipped 7.9% despite reporting quarterly revenue above analyst estimates, as investors focused on the broader tech selloff that has gripped markets this week.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

A female gripped the fish by its large tail fin, which provided a secure hold, while a male gained speed and charged toward them.

From Science Daily Jul. 23, 2026

The revelations at the Madlanga Commission, in progress for 10 months, have gripped South Africans and they are eager to hear how Matlala responds.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

"I've been gripped by fear and terror. I truly gave up everything out of fear," she told AFP.

From Barron's Jul. 12, 2026

Jackson gripped his fishing pole, gave it a jiggle.

From "I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964" by Lauren Tarshis