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as in handle
a part by which an implement is held the vegetable peeler has a no-slip handgrip

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as in grip
the act or manner of holding the tube TV was so bulky that it was difficult for the movers to get a solid handgrip on it

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Recent Examples of handgrip This graph shows handgrip strength as a function of 25(OH)D levels, which is how vitamin D status is assessed in the blood. Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025 The white porcelain coating is accented with shiny gold finishes, including a stay-cool handgrip. Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024 Here’s the money shot: This graph shows handgrip strength as a function of 25(OH)D levels, which is how vitamin D status is assessed in the blood. Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025 The white porcelain coating is accented with shiny gold finishes, including a stay-cool handgrip. Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024 Memory cards load in a door at the back of the handgrip. PCMAG, 12 Sep. 2024 The shutter release, on/off switch, and zoom rocker are at the top of the handgrip. PCMAG, 30 July 2024 The camera includes a front control dial at the top of its bump-sized handgrip, along with an oblong shutter release, Mode dial, and On/Off button just behind it. PCMAG, 29 June 2024 Meanwhile, factors associated with a lower risk of early-onset dementia included higher formal education, higher handgrip strength, and moderate alcohol use. Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 27 Dec. 2023

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“Handgrip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handgrip. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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