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
Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 15 June 2025
The result is a gripping, propulsive journey into the nuclear heart of what might have been.
—Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 8 July 2025
From emotionally gripping shorts to sweeping documentaries, day one was an exploration of identity, imagination, and impact.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 6 July 2025
Fast-paced, gripping and featuring an unforgettable cast of characters, from high society women to a musical con artist, this one had our staff frantically Googling every character's backstory.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 3 July 2025
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Adjective
Tell Me Lies is based on the 2018 novel by Carola Lovering
The Hulu show's season 2 ended in October 2024
The series recently announced new cast additions for season 3
Tell Me Lies' gripping and twisty storylines aren't ending yet.
—Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 15 June 2025
The result is a gripping, propulsive journey into the nuclear heart of what might have been.
—Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 8 July 2025
From emotionally gripping shorts to sweeping documentaries, day one was an exploration of identity, imagination, and impact.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 6 July 2025
Fast-paced, gripping and featuring an unforgettable cast of characters, from high society women to a musical con artist, this one had our staff frantically Googling every character's backstory.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gripping
Adjective
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Our goal is to learn and connect more deeply with interesting people.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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That brings up the interesting idea that the Red Sox could trade Chapman and still try to contend this year.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The characters themselves make for an exceptionally engaging series.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
17 July 2025
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For instance, slowing your pace just enough to let key points land and adding variation to your pitch makes your message more engaging and credible.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
Verb
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Again, this man has been holding onto so much, and things have just been compacted for him.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
22 Mar. 2025
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This tiny spot has everything needed for relaxation—a pair of Adirondack chairs to lean back and reflect on the day and a tiny table for holding drinks and snacks.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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General Manager Ryan Poles used trades and free agency to overhaul the middle of the offensive line, then selected intriguing targets Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III in the draft.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Actually, one of the more intriguing names became available Monday, with the Wizards waiving Richaun Holmes.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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The White Sox, though, had other ideas, grabbing Smith with the first pick of the draft for $100,000.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Ravens believe in drafting corners every year, and the first-round selection of Nate Wiggins in 2024 won’t prevent them from grabbing another cornerback early.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Elsewhere in the interview, the Australian actress revealed that the movie — in which Kidman plays a woman having an affair with a younger man — was thrilling for her.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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With such fine margins at play, a thrilling title race is effectively guaranteed.—
Neel Shelat,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In between exploring Galicia’s storied cities, visitors should be sure to spend some time immersing themselves in the wilderness, with vast swathes of verdant forest to explore.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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For example, the Kross Studio's Bat-Signal lamp illuminates, further immersing the collector into the universe of Gotham City and also conceals a dedicated space on his backside to safely store The Batman tourbillon or any other watch.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Hydrothermal vents are among the most fascinating and unusual environments on Earth.—
James F. Holden,
The Conversation,
21 July 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
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“Gripping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gripping. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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