grip
noun
the act of grasping; a seizing and holding fast; firm grasp.
gripped
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past participleof grip.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof grip.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
gripnounthe act of grasping; a seizing and holding fast; firm grasp.
Example Sentences
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The UK has experienced its hottest day of the year and fifth hottest day on record, as a heatwave that gripped much of the country peaked at 38.1C on Thursday, the Met Office said.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
The duo were pioneers of the aerobics craze that gripped the nation during that decade and helped create the National Aerobic Championship.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
Europe has been gripped by successive heatwaves and a major drought this year, which scientists have attributed to human-caused climate change.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
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
“Here we are,” Glory said, and gripped the door handle.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
