as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
I found the exhibit on the Holocaust intensely gripping and quite moving
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as in clenching
to have or keep in one's hands
gripped the handlebars tightly and raced down the hill
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as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
that true crime story gripped me as much as any whodunit
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as in intriguing
to hold the attention of
that movie will grip any true sports car fan
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as in grasping
to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms
the baby gripped my fingers and wouldn't let go
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Recent Examples of gripping
Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
Hannibal stars Hugh Dancy and Mads Mikkelsen reunited for a panel at New York Comic Con Sunday to celebrate their gripping, gruesome drama with a large contingent of its very dedicated fans.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 20 Oct. 2024
This is especially true during a gripping sequence in which Komarnicki cross-cuts between a close-but-no-cigar assassination attempt on Hitler and Bonhoeffer’s rehearsal of an anti-Nazi speech in a Harlem church.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
Formula 1 has experienced a renaissance since Netflix’s Drive to Survive showcased the gripping personal rivalries between each team and driver, set against a backdrop of exotic locations, enormous wealth, and jaw-dropping consumerism.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
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Inspired by true events that took place in Belfast in December 2004, No Ordinary Heist weaves a gripping fictional tale of two bank employees thrust into a chilling scheme.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
Hannibal stars Hugh Dancy and Mads Mikkelsen reunited for a panel at New York Comic Con Sunday to celebrate their gripping, gruesome drama with a large contingent of its very dedicated fans.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 20 Oct. 2024
This is especially true during a gripping sequence in which Komarnicki cross-cuts between a close-but-no-cigar assassination attempt on Hitler and Bonhoeffer’s rehearsal of an anti-Nazi speech in a Harlem church.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
Formula 1 has experienced a renaissance since Netflix’s Drive to Survive showcased the gripping personal rivalries between each team and driver, set against a backdrop of exotic locations, enormous wealth, and jaw-dropping consumerism.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gripping
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However, the puzzles are rarely straightforward, using homophones and wordplay, among other techniques, to keep things interesting.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Storks Are Fascinating Beyond Their Brood Reducing Ways Despite their ruthless parenting, storks are fascinating creatures with other interesting traits.Scott Travers, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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As for Fred Rococo, well, there has never been a sage/wizard/sybil as engaging as he.Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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In Challenger, Adam Higginbotham answers those questions thoroughly in an engaging narrative.Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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There's also a photo of Mangione in a holding cell.Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Although general manager Dana Brown is comfortable holding onto the left-handed slugger during his contract year in 2025, the club reportedly is open-minded to the idea of dealing him.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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When Venus was in Scorpio, the whimsical goth aesthetic was an instant hit, bringing a dark, romantic vibe with an intriguing edge.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Samantha Masunaga wrote an intriguing (and somewhat troubling) story this week about Hollywood’s problem with retaining the casual moviegoer.Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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Corporate sustainability has emerged in recent years as a complex narrative of contrasting tempos—a story of rapid, headline-grabbing shifts intertwined with deep, fundamental transformations.Dr. Alex Gold, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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James finished the contest by scoring 16 points, grabbing four rebounds, and dishing out two assists.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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This thrilling toy gets kids off the couch, away from screens and enjoying the benefits of outdoor play.The View, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Reaching 60 mph from a standstill in under five seconds was quite possible, and both its crisp induction sound and wonderfully throaty exhaust tone made one thrilling soundtrack at wide-open throttle.Peter Nelson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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All throughout the festival, guests are welcome to discover classic Napa reds while simultaneously immersing themselves in the South Florida food scene, with no shortage of refined dishes to sample from some of the state’s finest chefs.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The result is a show that, in immersing us in its heroine’s search for meaning, invites our introspection as well.Judy Berman, TIME, 3 Dec. 2024
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Whether furry pets, farmyard animals, or creatures of the wild, animal antics are endlessly fascinating.Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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And what was so fascinating was that (with the exception of Michaela) nobody took their ouster personally.Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Gripping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gripping. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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