adj
clenched
adj
1
Shut or gripped tightly, as a fist, jaw, or teeth.
"He spoke through clenched teeth, trying to hide his anger."
"Her clenched fists were the only sign of how nervous she really was."
How to Use Clenched
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSqueezed or closed tightly, usually describing fists, jaws, or teeth under stress or anger.
Common pairings
clenched fists
clenched teeth
clenched jaw
Word Forms
more clenched comparative, most clenched superlative
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