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Clench vs. Clinch

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clench
Definition

hold in a tight grasp

Examples

clench a steering wheel

See complete definition in Reverso Define, with examples
clinch
Definition

close a business deal or secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts

Examples

The deal was clinched with a handshake. The girder was clinched into the wall

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