clutch the edge

Examples (10)

• Standing on the cliff, she clutched the edge of the railing, her knuckles white with fear.
• He clutched the edge of the table as a sharp pain shot through his leg.
• As the boat rocked violently, the passengers clutched the edge of their seats.
• When startled, he has a habit of clutching the edge of whatever is nearest.
• The child was clutching the edge of the pool, too scared to let go.
• Upon hearing the news, she sank into a chair and clutched the edge of the desk.
• If you feel dizzy, clutch the edge of the countertop until the feeling passes.
• The patient clutched the edge of the armrest during the dental procedure.
• I saw him clutch the edge of the platform as the train sped past.
• He was clutching the edge of the hospital bed, trying to sit up.