Another word for gripping | Synonyms for gripping

Another word for gripping

adjective

Catching and holding the full attention:

absorbing, consuming, engrossing, enthralling. See excite

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"Carmen," he interrupted, gripping her shoulders.
Confused, she concentrated on gripping the phone.
"At least hold off on-- " "Jenn!" he said, gripping her arms.
"Listen carefully," he said, gripping her arms.
Megan gingerly accepted the tool, gripping the smooth wooden handle with both hands.

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