shift one's grip

Examples (10)

• He had to shift his grip on the heavy box to keep from dropping it.
• The climber paused to shift her grip on the rock face.
• I saw him shift his grip on the tennis racket before serving.
• You should shift your grip slightly to get more leverage.
• She shifted her grip on the steering wheel as the road curved.
• The batter shifted his grip on the handle as he prepared for the pitch.
• Trying to open the jar, he shifted his grip several times.
• It is important to shift your grip if your hands start to cramp.
• He shifted his grip on the sword, readying for the next strike.
• The golfer shifted his grip to adjust for the wind.