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The book had a gripping ending.
What does Gripping mean?
Gripping means very interesting or holding tightly.
Dictionary definition
Very interesting or exciting; also holding something tightly.
Example sentences
Gripping in a sentence
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The climber was gripping the rock with both hands.
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Gripping can describe a story that holds your attention or hands that hold something tightly.
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What does gripping mean?
Gripping means gripping means very interesting or holding tightly.
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exciting is the closest match for this meaning of gripping.
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WordGripping.
Partadjective, verb.
MeaningGripping means very interesting or holding tightly.
ExampleExample: The book had a gripping ending.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- grip · ing
- Strongest beat
- grip
- Ending
- ing
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on grip.
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Synonyms
Words like Gripping
excitingFull of interest or action.
captivatingHolding attention strongly.
holdingKeeping in place.
Antonyms
Opposite words
boringNot interesting.
releasingLetting go.
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Hint for students
Gripping means very interesting or holding tightly.
Common mix-up
Gripping is not the same as boring. Gripping means gripping means very interesting or holding tightly.
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Read this model sentence: The climber was gripping the rock with both hands. Clue words: climber, rock, both. Underline clue words that show why gripping fits instead of boring. Now write one new sentence that shows gripping without using the word gripping. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show gripping?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The climber was gripping the rock with both hands." Why does gripping fit better than boring?
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