Example Sentences

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Norco was clinging to a 1-0 lead until scoring two runs in the seventh on a Codey Brown sacrifice fly and throwing error.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

She said every day was "agony" but she was clinging to the hope that one day he will walk through the door again.

From BBC • Sep. 10, 2025

He barely survived the runoff election, and was clinging to a slim margin as The Associated Press declared him the victor early Wednesday morning.

From New York Times • May 29, 2024

When the material is reheated, it reverts to its rubbery state so it can be pulled away and easily detached from the surface it was clinging to.

From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2024

Downriver, Florida was clinging to a boulder in the middle of the river.

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech