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Synonyms for grip

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Synonyms for grip

firm control

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an act or means of holding something

a strong or powerful influence

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to take firmly with the hand and maintain a hold on

to compel, as the attention, interest, or imagination, of

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Synonyms for grip

the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)

worker who moves the camera around while a film or television show is being made

an intellectual hold or understanding

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a flat wire hairpin whose prongs press tightly together

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to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match

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to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe

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The new sander features a rubberized palm grip for better control The finishing sander features a 2 AMP motor that produces 14,000 opm for fast and smooth sanding.
It now includes the Performance Power Sandbug Palm Grip, the Gofer X rechargeable screwdriver and theSelect range of garden tools, which were all ergonomically designed to be easier for women to use.
And with the palm grip taught, Heide said, "I immediately got rid of my slice."
The Grip & Scrub features an ergonomically designed, triangular-shaped brush head with a non-slip palm grip. The head also has a scraper, which "makes cleaning easy and is perfect for all types of household chores," according to the company.
Palm grip sanders (Photo 6) are best suited for light-duty sanding such as finish-sanding furniture and cabinetry.
For a palm grip, the curve on the right side enables better grip.