Collocations with "clutch"

the pedal in a manual transmission vehicle that is pressed to change gears

to hold something very firmly, often because you are afraid or in pain

to hold your chest tightly, often due to pain or fear

To hold a purse tightly.

A small, strapless handbag, often carried in the hand (AmE).

to hold a handbag tightly

To hold one's stomach tightly, usually because of sudden pain or fear.

To hold the edge tightly, especially when afraid or in pain.

To hold a suitcase tightly, especially because you are afraid or anxious.

A group of eggs laid by a bird at one time.