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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

clenched

/klɛntʃt/ verb · British & US
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What does clenched mean?

verb

past tense of clench, to hold or grip something tightly, often with the fists, or to hold back or suppress something, such as a feeling or a sound.

Example

"She clenched her jaw in anger, trying to hold back a scream."

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