The act by which something (a fist, a jaw, etc.) is clenched.
Used in a Sentence
clenching
Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for clenching.
Editorial note
Even something as mild as bruxism (clenching of the jaw) is enough for a doctor to prescribe it.
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Definitions2
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Quick take
The act by which something (a fist, a jaw, etc.) is clenched.
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of clenching gathered in one view.
Alternative form of clinching (“that settles something definitely”). [That settles something (such as an argument) definitely and conclusively.]
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for clenching.
noun
The act by which something (a fist, a jaw, etc.) is clenched.
adjective
Alternative form of clinching (“that settles something definitely”). [That settles something (such as an argument) definitely and conclusively.]
Example sentences
Even something as mild as bruxism (clenching of the jaw) is enough for a doctor to prescribe it.
Keep on clenching and frothing at the mouth over every little inconvenience and you're going to die by 50.
Clench your hands into fists as tight as you can while also clenching up your butt.
Massage your jaw under your chin with your thumb before you go to bed and/or when you catch yourself clenching.
If you feel you are constantly clenching your buttocks read up on it as well.
Draining a broken Cassandra ring and under high load is hell and ball clenching.
For example you can confuse the polygraph by doing things like clenching your toes and fingers, as well as performing other jedi mind tricks.
In your case, I would also work on clenching and then relaxing your toes.
That's now fixed, but it was a buttock clenching moment.
Also you are probably clenching your abdominal muscles throughout the day (I do it when stressed) and you need to stop doing that.
The jaw clenching seems to be more universal.
Be careful with regards to the jaw clenching.
Quote examples
Part of me wants to believe that the police had some kind of evidence beyond "clenching his buttocks".
Because he "appeared to be clenching his buttocks".
The response "I'm sorry our decision is final and we cannot communicate any further" that vendors give (Google, Square in this case, etc.) is nothing short of stomach-clenching maddening.
"Clenching buttocks" seems like such an arbitrary basis for an invasive search warrant that I suspect there may be more to this story.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use clenching in a sentence?
Even something as mild as bruxism (clenching of the jaw) is enough for a doctor to prescribe it.
What does clenching mean?
The act by which something (a fist, a jaw, etc.) is clenched.
What part of speech is clenching?
clenching is commonly used as noun, adjective.