clenchers
Things that grasp
Clenchers are things that clench or are clenched—most often teeth or fists held tightly together.
The word also refers to people who habitually clench, particularly those who grind or clench their teeth: Clenchers often wake up with jaw pain.
In argument, a clencher is a decisive point that settles the matter, though clincher is more common for this sense.
Pressure, mental or vocal
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- strainExcessive stretching force
- nervousnessState of anxious unease
- jawBone holding teeth
teeth · grinding · bruxism · tightness · apprehension · worry · edginess · agitation
Hinged metal gripping tool
- viseMounted clamping tool
- tongsHinged grasping utensil
- claspSecuring device that clicks
- graspSeize or understand
hold · clutch · clamp · gripper · handgrip · fist · squeeze · pinch
Firmness of purpose
- willpowerMental strength resisting impulse
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
- gritDetermination or abrasive particles
fortitude · steadfastness · conviction · commitment · persistence · resilience · endurance · backbone
Contractile body tissue
- fistTightly closed hand
- powerliftingMaximal barbell competition sport
- bodybuildingMuscle enlargement for appearance
- weightliftingSport of hoisting barbells
forearms · brawn · toughness · vigor · robustness · fitness · athletics · stamina
stress
Pressure, mental or vocal
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- strainExcessive stretching force
- nervousnessState of anxious unease
jaw · teeth · grinding · bruxism · tightness · apprehension · worry · edginess · agitation · restlessness
pliers
Hinged metal gripping tool
grasp · hold · clutch · clamp · gripper · handgrip · fist · squeeze · pinch · cinch
determination
Firmness of purpose
- willpowerMental strength resisting impulse
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
grit · fortitude · steadfastness · conviction · commitment · persistence · resilience · endurance · backbone · firmness
muscles
Contractile body tissue
- fistTightly closed hand
- powerliftingMaximal barbell competition sport
- bodybuildingMuscle enlargement for appearance
weightlifting · forearms · brawn · toughness · vigor · robustness · fitness · athletics · stamina · hardiness
- clenched fistTightly closed hand
- clenched jawTensed mouth, teeth together
- clenched teeth